Middleware Developer – API/Integration

Job Title: Middleware Developer – API/Integration

Location: Reston, VA

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Middleware Developer with strong expertise in API development, system integration, and middleware technologies. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining APIs and integration solutions that enable seamless communication between enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain APIs and middleware integration solutions.
• Develop and integrate RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Build and support integrations between multiple enterprise applications and backend systems.
• Configure, test, deploy, and troubleshoot middleware components.
• Work with JSON, XML, HTTP, and other data exchange formats.
• Monitor API performance, troubleshoot integration issues, and ensure system reliability.
• Implement API security, authentication, authorization, and error-handling mechanisms.
• Collaborate with application developers, architects, QA teams, and business stakeholders.
• Support production deployments, incident resolution, and ongoing maintenance.
• Prepare technical documentation for APIs, integrations, and system configurations.

Required Skills

• Experience in middleware development and enterprise application integration.
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs, SOAP web services, and API integration.
• Understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, JSON, XML, and web service protocols.
• Experience with API testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of API security, authentication, and authorization.
• Familiarity with version control, deployment processes, and CI/CD practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.