Software Engineer (API Gateway)

Role: Software Engineer

Contract: 1 year Renewable

Location: Central

Experience required: minimum 5 years

Interested candidates may also directly email their CVs to: [email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Summary:

• The successful candidates will support Enterprise API Gateway operational activities which includes but not limited to platform support and maintenance, and API development work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage API Gateway solutions using IBM API Connect v10, IBM Datapower.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate API publishing tasks using CI/CD tools such as GitHub.
• Conduct installation, patching, and upgrades of IBM API Connect v10, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Provide support for API Gateway migration projects, leveraging best practices and industry standards.
• Monitor and troubleshoot API Gateway performance and reliability in on-prem, cloud environments, particularly on AWS EKS.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of API Gateway configurations, processes, and best practices.
• Participate in weekend support for patching, upgrades, and API releases, with option to take time off in-lieu on alternate business days.

Requirements:

• Possess a degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with API Gateways, specifically IBM API Connect v10.
• Should have hands-on experience with API management in IBM API Connect v10, IBM Datapower.
• Proven experience in CI/CD practices and tools, with a focus on automation in API publishing.
• Strong knowledge of IBM API Connect, IBM Datapower administration, including installation and patch management.
• Experience working with Cloud platforms (AWS), particularly AWS EKS, and understanding of API Gateway deployment in on-prem VM and public Cloud environments.
• Should have experience working with K8s and understanding of Kubectl CLI tools.
• Proficient in Linux OS, with strong troubleshooting skills in Linux environments.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of Kong API Gateway.
• Prior experience in leading or supporting API Gateway migration projects.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools like Datadog.