Develop, document, and maintain REST/GraphQL APIs using Java and related frameworks. Ensure secure authentication, scalability, testing, versioning, integration with internal/external systems, and provide ongoing support and documentation.
Location: Remote
Required Clearance: Public Trust
Required: Certifications: N/A
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or related discipline
Required Experience: 5 years of relevant experience; Degree may be substituted for 8 years of experience
Description
PingWind is seeking an API Developer to join our team supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a fully remote position is responsible for development of Application Programming Interfaces APIs including designing, developing, and maintaining APIs that enable communication between different software systems.
Responsibilities
• Define and document API specifications, endpoints, data models, and protocols - REST, GraphQL.
• Build and implement APIs using programming languages and frameworks such as Java, Python.
• Ensure seamless integration of APIs with internal and external systems, applications, and third-party services.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for APIs. Debug and resolve issues to ensure reliability and performance.
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for API consumers, including usage examples and best practices.
• Implement authentication, authorization, encryption, and other security best practices to protect data and services.
• Monitor and optimize API performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Manage API versions and ensure backward compatibility as APIs evolve.
• Work closely with front-end and back-end developers, architects, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.
• Provide ongoing support, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements based on user feedback.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering or technical discipline
• 5 years relevant experience.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Advanced
• Git: Advanced
• Java REST Web Service: Advanced
• Spring Boot: Advanced
• SQL: Advanced
• U.S. Citizenship; Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
Preferred Skills
• Docker: Intermediate
• Helm: Intermediate
• Kubernetes: Intermediate
• Python: Intermediate
• Ruby: Intermediate
About Pingwind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
· Eleven Federal Holidays
· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
· Parental Leave
· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
· Dental and Vision Insurance
· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
· Continuing education assistance
· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
· Employee Assistance Program
· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
· 529 College Savings Plan
· Legal Insurance
· Pet Insurance
Salary Range
$100k-$140K
The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
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