API Technical Architect

Location: Alameda, SFO Bay Area

Job Description

As an API / Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex API solutions that meet the requirements as well as adhering to established architectural principles, standards, and patterns.

He / She will collaborate closely with cloud engineering platform team to work on API and DevOps tools. He / she will collaborate with software developers, system architects, product managers, and stakeholders, to ensure APIs are robust, scalable, and secure.

He/She should have 12 o 15 years of experience.

Must-Haves

Strong knowledge of RESTful design principles and best practices
Proficiency in API development tools and frameworks such as Swagger, RAML, or Postman
Experience with API security protocols and standards like OAuth, SSL/TLS, and JWT
Knowledge of API management platforms like Apigee, MuleSoft, or AWS API Gateway
Understanding of data formats and protocols such as JSON, XML, and HTTP
Ability to design APIs that are scalable, flexible, and easy to maintain
Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript
Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

API Design and Development:

Lead the design and development of APIs that enable integration between various software systems, applications, and data sources.
Define API standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure consistency across APIs.
Evaluate existing APIs for reusability and integration feasibility.

Architectural Guidance:

Provide technical leadership and guidance on API architecture, design decisions, and implementation strategies.
Collaborate with solution architects and development teams to integrate API solutions into larger systems or platforms.

Technologies and Frameworks:

Use of Okta for authentication make use of CSRF and Access tokens
Implement security framework including encryption / decryption of passwords
Experience working with AWS Cognito, DynamoDB, AWS Amplify,
Make use of OWASP best practices

Performance and Scalability:

Design APIs with a focus on performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
Conduct performance tuning and optimization of APIs to handle high traffic and large volumes of data.

Security and Compliance:

Implement security measures such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and data protection mechanisms in APIs.
Ensure APIs comply with organizational security standards and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Documentation and Testing:

Create comprehensive API documentation including specifications, usage guidelines, and examples.
Collaborate with QA teams to define and execute API testing strategies, including functional, integration, and performance testing.

Continuous Improvement:

Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to APIs and integration.
Drive initiatives for continuous improvement of API development processes, tools, and methodologies.

About WinWire

WinWire – A Company unleashing the Power of Microsoft Azure and Generative AI to deliver innovative software solutions that help our customers gain competitive advantage.

At WinWire, we are at the forefront of enabling enterprises in Healthcare, Software and Digital Platforms (ISVs), Retail, Hi-Tech, and the Manufacturing sectors to embark on a transformative digital journey. WinWire is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with multiple sales offices across US & development centers in Hyderabad and Bangalore, India.

In April 2021, Sverica, a private equity investment firm made a strategic investment in WinWire. This was a result of multi-year deep dive research into large and attractive market of providing digital transformation services to enterprises leveraging Microsoft Azure. This opportunity has only expanded multi-fold with the advent of OpenAI.

Sverica identified WinWire as one of the most compelling, high-quality digital transformation services firm in the US and WinWire and Sverica combined have an ambitious, growth-oriented vision resulting in adding multiple senior executives to both the management team and the Board (WinWire Leadership Team).

As a globally recognized, multi-award-winning Microsoft Partner, we pride ourselves on delivering a spectrum of transformational services that include:

Cloud Migration and Modernization: Streamlining your transition to the cloud with efficiency and agility.
Application Development and Modernization: Crafting state-of-the-art applications tailored to your business needs.
Data, Analytics & Generative AI Services: Harnessing the power of data and AI to drive decision-making and innovation.
Modern Workplace Solutions: Enhancing productivity with Microsoft 365/SharePoint Services.

To hear some of our customer testimonials and read our customer success stories, please visit Customer Testimonials – WinWire

Why You Should Join WinWire: Your Path to Professional Excellence in the Age of Generative AI Generative AI Services and Solutions | WinWire

As an “Employer of Choice,” WinWire stands out for its exceptional workplace culture and commitment to employee growth. Here’s why our team members choose us:

Best Place to Work® Certification: Recognized for our outstanding work environment and culture.
Employee Satisfaction: An industry-leading rating on Glassdoor, reflecting our dedication to employee wellbeing.
Award-Winning Excellence: A consistent winner and finalist in the Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, a testament to our industry-leading standards.
Focus on Development & Learning: We invest in our team, offering continuous training and development opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.
Dedication to Social Responsibility: Committed to ethical practices, community involvement, and corporate social responsibility.