Job Title: API Architect with GenAI Knowledge
Location: Charlotte, NC / Jersey City, NJ / Dallas, TX
Job Type: Contract
Industry: Banking
US Citizens, GC holders preferred, NO third party corp to corp accepted for this job
Job Description:We are seeking an
API Architect with expertise in
Generative AI to drive innovation and scalability in a leading banking institution. The ideal candidate will design and implement
high-performance, secure, and scalable API solutions, integrating
GenAI models into the bank's digital ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:- Architect and develop API strategies, governance, and best practices.
- Design and optimize RESTful & GraphQL APIs for banking applications.
- Integrate GenAI models (LLMs, NLP, ML frameworks) into APIs for automation and enhanced customer experiences.
- Ensure security, compliance, and performance across API ecosystems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Cloud, Data, DevOps, and Security).
- Drive adoption of API management platforms and API monetization strategies.
- Lead PoCs and innovation initiatives around AI-driven APIs.
Required Skills & Experience:- 8+ years of experience in API architecture & development.
- Strong expertise in REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI, and API Gateway technologies (Apigee, Kong, Mulesoft, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with GenAI frameworks (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain, etc.).
- Proficiency in Python, Java, or Node.js for API development.
- Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT, SSO, and API security best practices.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Kubernetes.
- Exposure to banking/financial services domain is a plus.
Preferred Skills:- Experience with Vector Databases, RAG techniques, and AI model fine-tuning.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps, and API monitoring tools.
- Understanding of banking regulations (PCI-DSS, GDPR, etc.).