Job Description:

An API Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining APIs that enable smooth communication between software systems. The role involves creating secure, scalable, and high-performance APIs, integrating third-party services, and collaborating with backend and frontend teams to deliver reliable software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Integrate APIs with databases and external services.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for API endpoints.
• Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API performance or integration.
• Maintain API documentation using tools like Swagger or Postman.
• Collaborate with frontend and backend teams to ensure seamless data flow.
• Monitor API usage and optimize performance and scalability.

Skills Required:

• Strong experience in backend programming languages (Python, Java, Node.js, or .NET).
• Hands-on experience with RESTful API design principles.
• Knowledge of database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Familiarity with Postman, Swagger, and API testing tools.
• Understanding of JSON, XML, and HTTP methods.
• Experience with version control (Git/GitHub).
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Experience with microservices architecture and cloud-based APIs (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of API security best practices.