Software Engineer (API)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Westlake, TX that is seeking a Software Engineer (API).

Responsibilities:
* Assist in coordinating multiple development work streams through integration and ensure architecture is scalable and extensible
* Define, maintain, and support Java development environment and best practices, such as Maven, Sonar, and other Open-Source tools
* Assist in identification, isolation, resolution, and communication of problems within the production and nonproduction environment and perform troubleshooting
* Deliver API Platform capabilities using open-source Envoy, Microgateway, JWT, Key Management, External Identity Mapping, Datadog, Security & many more
* API design using SwaggerHub to Build, Collaborate & Integrate APIs
* Create API common framework
* Migration of existing APIs to Kubernetes/Azure
* Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing using Open-Source frameworks
* Provide mentorship to junior team members
* Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives
* Driving new API products available in the marketplace
* Consumer adoption of new API products
* Decommissioning legacy assets in line with enterprise goals and objectives

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering
* 8+ years of development experience (currently hands on) in Java, Spring MVC/Spring boot/Web Services (REST) and configuring web containers
* Ability to make significant contributions to our technology platform
* Working knowledge of API management software such as envoy-based API Gateway
* IDE's Spring Tool Suite, and Eclipse, within a UNIX and Windows environment
* Application build, deploy using Continuous Integration/ Deployment (CI/CD) tools -- Jenkins, Maven, uDeploy, etc.
* Leadership: Team player, self-starter, collaborative, innovative, eager to learn every day. Agile/Scrum methodology
* Understanding & hands on knowledge of docker, cloud-computing / cloud services platforms (e.g., AWS or azure) and API Gateway
* Able to clearly articulate API strategies to all partners

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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