ActioNet is seeking an API Developer to design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure, and efficient APIs, contributing to impactful, mission-driven work and expanding skills in cloud environments.
Requirements
- At least 3+ years of experience as an API Developer or similar role (e.g., software engineer, backend developer)
- Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, API design principles, and API security best practices
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, Node.js) and familiarity with other languages (e. g., C++, Ruby)
- Experience with API frameworks such as Spring Boot, Flask, or Express.js
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns
- Experience with cloud-based technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions)
- Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure, and efficient APIs using languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js
- Work with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for API development
- Develop high-quality API documentation and testing scripts to ensure seamless integration with other systems
- Collaborate with data engineers and data scientists to integrate APIs with existing data pipelines and analytics platforms
- Troubleshoot issues and optimize the performance of APIs in production environment
- Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in API development
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of coding standards and best practices within the team
Other
- REMOTE opportunity with occasional travel (10%) to the Washington, D.C. area.
- U.S. citizenship to be eligible for federal government security clearance.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field;
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket)
