Api Engineer

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Key Responsibilities:
+ As an API Engineer, you will be responsible for providing assessment of existing solutions and infrastructure to migrate to the cloud.

+ You will plan, deliver, and implement application and data migration with scalable, high-performance solutions using private and public cloud technologies driving next-generation business outcomes.

+ You are expected to be a SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform.

+ You will be responsible for team decisions and will engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.

+ Additionally, you are expected to provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams.

+ Intermediate proficiency in API Integration is required.

+ Advanced proficiency in Amazon API Gateway, intermediate proficiency in Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways, and intermediate proficiency in Service Mesh Architecture are recommended.

+ Design and implement cloud migration strategies.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful migration.

+ Optimize cloud infrastructure for performance and cost efficiency.

+ Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud migration.

+ Stay up to date with the latest cloud technologies and best practices.

Basic Qualifications:
+ 5+ years with API Gateways (like Kong), ServiceMesh (like Istio), Kong Gateways, containerized microservices
+ Charlotte priority, but open to all South and NE region
+ High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications:
+ API development and security by default
+ FDX Standards
+ SpringBoot
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California $76.53 - $86.53/hour
Colorado $76.53 - $86.53/hour
District of Columbia $76.53 - $86.53/hour
Maryland $76.53 - $86.53/hour
New York $76.53 - $86.53/hour
Washington $76.53 - $86.53/hour
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