Job Title:
Lead API Support Engineer
About the role
As a Lead API Support Engineer, you will make an impact by designing and delivering secure, scalable API and integration solutions using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Apigee technologies. You will be a valued member of the architecture and engineering team, working collaboratively with product, engineering, operations, and client stakeholders to enable enterprise-scale digital integration initiatives.
In this role, you will:
• Design and implement scalable API architectures using Google Cloud Platform and Apigee to support enterprise integrations and high-volume digital channels.
• Lead the development of secure, reusable, and reliable REST APIs while establishing API governance and lifecycle management best practices.
• Architect and support Apigee Edge, Apigee X, and Apigee Hybrid environments, including gateway configuration, security policies, traffic management, and monitoring.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into integration solutions and provide technical leadership through architecture reviews and implementation guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating new GCP and Apigee capabilities, optimizing platform performance, and enhancing developer experience through portal and self-service solutions.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in a client office located in Blaine, MN, Atlanta, GA, or Chicago, IL. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
• Extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform services, including networking, security, compute, and observability capabilities.
• Deep expertise with Apigee Edge, Apigee X, and Apigee Hybrid, including deployment, configuration, policy development, and operational support.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise REST APIs using industry-standard practices for security, documentation, testing, and versioning.
• Strong understanding of API security principles, including authentication, authorization, rate limiting, mutual TLS, token management, and data protection.
• Experience with integration architecture, microservices, event-driven systems, and modern DevOps practices including CI/CD automation and environment promotion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience troubleshooting complex integration and API platform issues.
• Ability to work effectively across distributed teams and time zones in a hybrid work environment.
These will help you stand out
• Google Professional Cloud Architect certification.
• Apigee API Engineer certification.
• Experience implementing and managing Apigee Developer Portals.
• Background in the cards and payments domain, including regulatory and compliance considerations.
• Experience creating architecture roadmaps, reference architectures, and enterprise integration standards.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until August 14, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $112,000- $132,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
