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IBM API Software Engineer
Reston, Virginia- Hybrid (1 to 2 times a month on site in Reston, VA)
C2H
MUST RESIDE in DC, VA, MD or WV
2nd interview will be IN PERSON!!
This is a SW Engineer focused on API platform
PURPOSE:
Performs complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
25% Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev/ops standards and policies
25% Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
25% Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programing and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features
25% Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap / architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Education Details: Information Technology or Computer Science
Experience: 5 years experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition and software specification development.
In Lieu of Education
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise., Advanced
Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships., Advanced
Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)., Advanced
Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems., Advanced
Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, C, Python, etc.)., Advanced
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal., Advanced
Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure), Proficient
Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, etc.), Advanced
Fundamental knowledge of software engineers' best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Advanced
Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests, Advanced
Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework, Advanced
Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices, Advanced
Preferred Skills:
The position will require working with broad cutting edge technologies, including, but not limited to AWS API Gateway, API Management System (APIM), IBM API Connect, IBM DataPower, Automation Suites for testing API, Venafi Systems, CyberArk, Python, Java EE, Spring, Hibernate, Web Security, REST Services, Micro Services, Role Based Access Control (RBAC) security model, Identity and Access Management, Single Sign On (SSO), Kubernetes and containerization technologies, Internet technologies for web browsers, and the other integration technology.
- The Candidate must play the role of subject matter expert in the field of Web Services, microservices and REST API.
- Review the API specification for conformance of the enterprise standards and API governance framework
- Review the documentation and make recommendation for change
- Design and develop framework (reusable routines) using REST API Specifications and shell scripts to manage lifecycle of API's
- Work with CI/CD team to create necessary custom Jenkins pipelines
- Design, develop and implement custom API flows and Publish API's to APIM platform
- Troubleshoot issues seen in DataPower and APIM
- Generate reports from APIM Analytics
- Experience with OAuth and JWT (with OpenID Connect)
- Participate in customer onboarding activities on to API Gateway platform and participate in triage activities on a need basis
- Support production release activities
- Experience managing/deploying APIs on Cloud and On-premise API Gateway solutions
- Experience with IBM API Cloud Saas Platform
- Experience with AWS & AWS API Gateways
REQUIRED Skills
IBM DataPower v10
IBM API Connect v10
Open API Specifications 2.0/3.0,
NODE JS
Bash/shell scripting,
Java,
Spring Framework,
Oracle/DB2,
Jenkins Pipelines,
Python,
IBM Cloud Saas Platform
AWS & AWS API Gateway
Business Justification
Our projects will need integration with API's exposed through APIM Platform. APIM is a Platform that integrates different front-end technologies with backend web servers. The candidate will help review and publish the APIs as per enterprise standards. Also help in troubleshooting issues that the team might see, and evaluating, conduct proof of concept and implementation cloud solution to meet organization technology modernization goals.
The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes them ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs. Must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities, deadlines, and workloads that can be variable for long periods of time. Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging
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