Web API Architect

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills Primary skills: API Architecture & Design (RESTful APIs, Microservices, SOAP/GraphQL), API Security (OAuth, JWT), and API Integration with strong expertise in scalability, performance, and API management platforms.

Experience:

Minimum 10+ years Roles & Responsibilities A Web API Architect designs, builds, and maintains secure, scalable, and high-performance API platforms. Key responsibilities include creating RESTful, SOAP, or GraphQL designs, integrating third-party services, establishing security protocols (OAuth, JWT), and creating comprehensive documentation. They ensure system reliability and mentor development teams.

Key Responsibilities:

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Design and Implementation:

Develop robust, scalable API architectures (RESTful, microservices) that follow best practices. o

Security & Protocols:

Implement security protocols, including OAuth, JWT, and API keys. o

Integration & Documentation:

Integrate third-party APIs and create detailed documentation for internal/external consumers. o

Performance Optimization:

Perform API testing to ensure high performance and reliability. o

Strategy & Standards:

Define enterprise-wide API standards, including pub/sub messaging and device state management.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

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Experience:

Previous experience designing and implementing API frameworks, Webservices, often in microservice environments. o

Technical Knowledge:

Proficiency in backend languages (e.g., Java, Python) and familiarity with API management platforms and gateways. o

Architectural Styles:

Deep understanding of RESTful API design, HTTP protocols, and GraphQL. o

Communication:

Strong interpersonal skills for leading technical discussions and mentoring teams

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support:

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options:

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth:

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off:

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance:

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. Salary Range $110,000-$125,000 a year