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About Apexon:
Apexon is a digital first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.
Apexon brings together distinct core competencies in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering, and UX, along with deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences, helping businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers.
Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients'' toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon has a global presence across four continents.
We enable #HumanFirstDIGITAL
We are hiring for a Senior Integration Developer - IBM API Connect Lead opportunity.
Role: Senior Integration Developer - IBM API Connect Lead
Location: Lansing, MI
Submission Closing Date: 07/23
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Integration Developer with strong hands on experience in IBM API Connect (APIC) to lead the design, development, implementation, and support of enterprise integration and API solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in API development, cloud platforms, Kubernetes, API security, and enterprise integration technologies while providing technical leadership and mentoring development teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, implementation, and support of enterprise API and integration solutions.
- Develop and manage APIs using IBM API Connect (APIC) and related middleware technologies.
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications, solution designs, and implementation plans.
- Deploy and manage API solutions using AWS and Kubernetes environments.
- Implement API security standards including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, and TLS.
- Configure and support IBM DataPower Gateway and API Gateway policies.
- Collaborate with architects, business stakeholders, developers, and DevOps teams to deliver scalable integration solutions.
- Provide technical leadership through design guidance, code reviews, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior developers.
- Design secure, reusable, and scalable integration services aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
- Participate in release planning, production support, defect resolution, and deployment activities.
- Ensure API governance, monitoring, logging, performance, and operational best practices are followed.
Required Skills:
- 10+ years of experience in integration, API development, and middleware technologies.
- 5+ years of hands on experience with IBM API Connect (APIC).
- Hands on experience with AWS and Kubernetes.
- Strong experience designing REST and SOAP APIs.
- Strong knowledge of IBM DataPower Gateway.
- Experience with API security including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, and TLS.
- Experience with JSON, XML, and XSLT.
- Strong understanding of cloud native API deployments.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills:
- IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE).
- IBM MQ.
- IBM Transformation Extender (ITX).
- Red Hat OpenShift.
- CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Enterprise Integration Patterns.
- Microservices architecture.
Expected Deliverables:
- Enterprise API and Integration Solutions.
- Technical Solution Designs.
- Secure API Implementations.
- API Deployment and Production Support.
- Code Reviews and Technical Mentoring.
- Release Management and Operational Support.
Education Requirement:
- Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Did you know that Apexon has been Certified by Great Place To Work in multiple global regions? Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our Commitment to Environment:
Actively contribute to Apexon''s commitment to environmental responsibility by following sustainable practices and supporting ESG initiatives.
Our Perks and Benefits:
Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning experience, and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.
We also offer:
- Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
- 401K Plan
- Life Insurance, STD & LTD
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Continuous Skill Based Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Location :
Lansing , MI