Java API Developer

Ascendion

$100K — $120K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 3+ years of backend/API development experience.
  • Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs using Java, C#, Python, Go, or Node.js.
  • Familiarity with modern backend frameworks like Spring Boot or ASP.NET Core.
  • Strong SQL knowledge with relational/NoSQL database experience.
  • Understanding of API security protocols such as OAuth 2.0 and JWT.
  • Experience with API documentation tools like Swagger/OpenAPI.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
  • Build scalable microservices with modern architecture patterns.
  • Integrate with enterprise applications and third-party platforms via APIs.
  • Develop secure APIs using OAuth 2.0 and JWT.
  • Create and maintain API documentation in Swagger/OpenAPI.
  • Optimize API performance and reliability.
  • Monitor APIs and troubleshoot production incidents.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
  • Accrued personal days each calendar year.
  • 10-15 days of paid vacation and paid holidays.
  • Access to the Ascendion Learning Management System.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

Job Title: Java API Developer

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs.
  • Build scalable microservices using modern backend frameworks and architecture patterns.
  • Integrate enterprise applications, databases, and third-party platforms through APIs.
  • Develop secure APIs using OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Keys, and OpenID Connect.
  • Create and maintain API documentation using Swagger/OpenAPI specifications.
  • Optimize API performance, availability, scalability, and reliability.
  • Develop reusable backend services and business logic components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Frontend, Architecture, QA, DevOps, and Product Management.
  • Implement unit testing, integration testing, and automated API testing frameworks.
  • Monitor APIs, analyze logs, and troubleshoot production incidents.
  • Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to secure coding standards and best practices.
  • Deploy and maintain applications using CI/CD pipelines.
  • Work in containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute throughout the software development lifecycle.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in backend/API development and integration.
  • Hands-on experience developing RESTful APIs using Java, C#, Python, Go, or Node.js.
  • Experience with at least one modern backend framework such as Spring Boot, ASP.NET Core, Express.js, FastAPI, Micronaut, or Quarkus.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
  • Knowledge of API security standards including OAuth 2.0, JWT, and OpenID Connect.
  • Experience with API documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI.
  • Familiarity with source control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience working with Docker and containerized applications.
  • Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and API automation testing.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.


Desired Qualifications:
  • Banking and Financial Industry experience.
  • Experience working with additional backend frameworks, databases, and cloud technologies.
  • Knowledge of advanced DevOps practices and infrastructure automation tools.
  • Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging platforms.
  • Understanding of modern security protocols, API governance, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with API lifecycle management and monitoring solutions.
  • Proficiency in additional testing frameworks and automated testing methodologies.


Location: Manhattan, NY (Onsite Role)

Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $100,000 - $120,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]

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Preferred Skills

AWS
  • JAVA
  • Kafka
  • Spring Boot AWS
  • Spring Boot


Job details

Job ID 332895

Role Java API Developer

Location Manhattan, New York, US

Job type Direct Hire

Recruiter Bhanu

Email [email protected]

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