PingWind

API Developer

United States full-time Senior $100,000 - $140,000
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About the role

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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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the API Developer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at PingWind?
  3. Which of API integration, MySQL and Python have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with API integration, MySQL and Python.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the API Developer role because I can bring practical experience in API integration, MySQL and Python, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes PingWind needs from this hire.

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