Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices, integrate them with React front-ends, optimize performance and security, create API documentation and tests, troubleshoot API–front-end interactions, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with UX/UI and cross-functional teams.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced API Engineer with a strong background in React to help design, develop, and maintain our API services and front-end applications. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of API development, a knack for creating seamless user experiences, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate APIs with React-based web applications.
- Optimize API performance, reliability, and security.
- Develop and implement API documentation and testing strategies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to APIs and front-end interactions.
- Work closely with UX/UI designers to ensure high-quality, responsive user interfaces.
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in API development using technologies such as Node.js, Python, or Java.
- Strong proficiency in React and front-end development practices.
- Experience with API design patterns, versioning, and documentation tools (e.g., Swagger, Postman).
- Knowledge of database systems and data modeling (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
- Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (e.g., Docker).
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with GraphQL and serverless architecture.
- Knowledge of modern front-end build tools and workflows (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
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