Senior Backend Developer (API)

Job description:

The Senior Backend Developer (API Specialist) will design and build enterprise-grade backend services and APIs. This role is key in enabling secure, scalable integrations across internal systems and external platforms. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with microservices, API gateways, and DevSecOps, along with performance tuning and versioning best practices.

Key responsibilities

· Design microservice architectures and RESTful APIs using modern backend frameworks

· Implement secure API authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, OpenID)

· Manage API versioning, rate-limiting, and lifecycle documentation

· Work with API Management platforms (e.g., Azure API Management)

· Develop unit and performance tests to ensure robust integration

· Enable backend telemetry, tracing, and analytics

· Partner with frontend, cloud, and DevOps teams for end-to-end delivery

Technical Skills

· Languages: C#, .NET Core, Python, Java, Go

· API Technologies: Swagger/OpenAPI, GraphQL, Postman, API Management

· Cloud: Azure Functions, Azure API Management, AWS Lambda

· Messaging: Kafka, RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus

· Databases: SQL Server, Cosmos DB, Redis, Elasticsearch

· DevOps: Docker, Azure DevOps, Terraform, GitHub

· Security: OAuth2, TLS, JWT, Azure AD

Qualification

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer or Integration Architect a plus
• Experience with high-load, mission-critical API development
• Deep understanding of integration patterns, performance tuning, and observability

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience in API Management

Work Location: In person

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+91 8438413586