Information Technology - IT Software Engineer 2

API DeveloperThis position is on the API Management team within Cat Digital. The team is responsible for the process, controls, and tools that support API development, security, publishing, consumption, and monitoring.Competent to perform all programming, project management, and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, including responding to off-shift and weekend support calls.Works independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that may be used by one or more applications or systems.Drives application development focused around delivering business valuable features.Maintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.Identifies and encourages areas for growth and improvement within the team.Guides the team to develop a structured application/interface code, new program documentation, operations documentation, and user guides in a casual, flexible environment. Communicates with end-users and internal customers to help direct the development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness.Performs integrated testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results.Typical task breakdown: Work within API Management team, hands-on APIGEE Edge, OAS Spec review, Proxy development. Hybrid work, need to be at a commutable distance from Chicago. There will be an in-person interview (nearest hub/office) for the final interview (non-negotiable). Interaction with team: Will be working with team members across the world virtually. Will also be interacting with team members in the Chicago office twice a week.Work environment:Education & Experience Required: Position requires a four-year degree from an accredited college or university. 2+ years or more of software development experience.Technical Skills (Required): Experience writing API proxies on platforms such as Apigee Edge, AWS API Gateway or Azure API Gateway or similar. Hands-on experience with API tools such as Swagger Editor & Postman, and linting tools like Spectral. Knowledge of security standards such as OAuth 2.0 and TLS.(Desired): Familiarity working in a Scrum environment. Must demonstrate solid knowledge of computer science fundamentals like data structures and algorithms. Hands-on experience with metrics and visualization tools like Kibana, Grafana, or equivalent.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. NLB is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact HR department by sending an e-mail to [email protected].