Lead design, configuration, deployment and lifecycle management of APIs using Axway Amplify API Gateway and API Manager. Implement API security (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS), integrate with backend systems (REST/SOAP/JMS/MQ), provide L2/L3 support, CI/CD promotions, monitoring, troubleshooting, and documentation (OpenAPI). Work in Agile/Scrum with client-facing responsibilities and mentor junior consultants.
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About Sopra Steria
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 51,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organisations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2025, the Group generated revenues of €5.6 billion.
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Job description – Axway API Management
- Design, configure, and deploy API proxies, policies, and virtual APIs using Axway Amplify API Gateway and API Manager
- Develop and manage API lifecycle processes — design, publishing, versioning, deprecation, and retirement
- Implement security policies including OAuth2, JWT, API key management, rate limiting, and threat protection
- Configure and troubleshoot API Gateway filters, circuits, and policy chains
- Collaborate with architects and developers to integrate APIs with backend systems using REST, SOAP, JMS, and MQ
- Support API onboarding for internal and external consumers, including partner integrations
- Monitor API performance, conduct root cause analysis, and resolve production incidents (L2/L3 support)
- Participate in code reviews, environment promotions (DEV → SIT → UAT → PROD), and release management
- Prepare technical documentation, API specifications (OpenAPI/Swagger), and runbooks
- Work within Agile/Scrum delivery models and coordinate with onshore/offshore and client stakeholders
Required Skills & Experience
- 8 - 10 years of total IT experience, with 8+ years dedicated to Axway API Management (API Gateway, API Manager, API Portal)
- Strong understanding of API security standards (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SAML, mTLS)
- Hands-on experience with REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, XSLT, and messaging protocols (JMS, MQ)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation (Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle)
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments and scripting (Shell/Groovy/Python — good to have)
- Understanding of API governance, versioning strategies, and API monetization concepts
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus
- Good to have: exposure to IBM DataPower, MuleSoft, or other API Gateway platforms
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work directly with client teams
Soft Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication for client-facing consulting engagements
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven consulting environment
- Team collaboration and mentoring capability for junior consultants
Total Experience Expected: 08-10 years
QualificationsBE/ BTECH
Additional InformationAt our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.
Sopra Steria Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND Office
2/G-2 SIPCOT IT Park, Siruseri 603103 Kelambakkam (Off Chennai) - Kanchipuram District - , Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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