API Integration Developer/Engineer - PH

ABOUT THE ROLE: The API Integration Developer/Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and secure integrations with public APIs across various technology partners. This role plays a key part in ensuring seamless data exchange and interoperability between internal systems and external platforms. The ideal candidate is experienced, detail-oriented, and skilled in building efficient API solutions that enhance system connectivity and overall performance. RESPONSIBILITIES:In this role, you'll get to... • design, build, and deploy high-quality, scalable API integrations using REST, GraphQL, or other relevant protocols • work closely with our technology partners to understand their API capabilities and limitations, gathering requirements and translating them into technical specifications • implement the complete integration lifecycle, including discovery, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance • implement and enforce security measures, including authentication protocols like OAuth2, to protect data during transmission. • monitor and troubleshoot integration performance issues, such as bottlenecks, and implement caching strategies to optimize efficiency • manage data transformation and ensure consistent and secure data flow between our internal systems and partner platforms • create and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation for all integrations REQUIREMENTS:On day one, we'll expect you to ... • proven experience as a software developer with a focus on API development and integration • strong programming skills in languages commonly used for integrations, such as Python, Java, or JavaScript • deep understanding of web service protocols, including RESTful APIs and modern API architectures. • experience with API security practices (e.g., OAuth2, JWT, API keys) • familiarity with API testing tools, such as Postman or Swagger • proficiency with version control tools like Git • experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus • excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills • have a fully functional and up-to-date computer with which to perform duties • be willing to install next generation end point protection on the computer • be a current resident of the Philippines and can perform work from there • be willing to work in US Pacific business hours (8am-5pm PST which corresponds to 12am-9am PH time, if not DST) What separates the best from the rest• knowledge of specific integration tools or platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Zapier, AirByte, Estuary) • experience with serverless architecture. • experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) • familiarity with event-driven architecture and asynchronous messaging