API Engineer Contract: 12 Months | Potential Full-Time ConversionRole OverviewWe are seeking an
API Engineer to join an enterprise client of ours, responsible for backend APIs that support a wide range of customer-facing and internal systems within the airline and travel domain. These APIs power digital experiences, partner integrations, and operational tools across the organization.
Responsibilities- Design, build, and maintain scalable backend APIs
- Develop using Node.js and NestJS
- Support APIs for reservations, seat assignments, payments, logistics, and partner integrations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business workflows
- Assist in modernizing systems as the team moves away from legacy Java 8 applications
- Act as a proactive communicator across technical and business teams
Required Qualifications- Strong experience building and consuming APIs
- Backend development expertise with Node.js & NestJS
- Experience in airlines, travel, hospitality, or transportation
- Familiarity with industry systems (e.g., Sabre) preferred
- Ability to understand complex data models and workflows
Ideal Candidate- Airlines, hotels, cruise lines, hospitality, defense, or travel technology
Interview Process- Round 1: 30-minute conversational interview
- Round 2: Technical interview with the team
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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