Software Engineer (API Gateway)

Responsibilities

. Design, implement, and manage API Gateway solutions using IBM API Connect v10 and IBM DataPower Gateway.

. Support Enterprise API Gateway operational activities, including platform maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

. Conduct installation, patching, and upgrades of IBM API Connect v10 to ensure optimal performance and security compliance.

. Automate API publishing and deployment processes using CI/CD tools such as GitHub.

. Provide support for API Gateway migration projects using industry best practices.

. Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot API Gateway performance in:

. On-premises VM environments

. Public cloud environments, particularly on Amazon EKS

. Work with Kubernetes clusters and utilize kubectl CLI for deployment and troubleshooting.

. Maintain comprehensive documentation covering configurations, operational procedures, and best practices.

. Participate in weekend support for patching, upgrades, and API releases (with time-off in-lieu on alternate business days).

Requirements

. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with API Gateway technologies.

. Strong hands-on expertise in: IBM API Connect v10 and IBM DataPower Gateway

. Proven experience in API management, administration, installation, and patch management.

. Solid experience in CI/CD practices with automation of API publishing workflows.

. Experience working in cloud environments, particularly Amazon EKS.

. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and strong familiarity with kubectl CLI tools.

. Proficiency in Linux operating systems with strong troubleshooting capabilities.

. Experience supporting API Gateway deployments across both on-premises and public cloud environments.