API Developer
Location: Lake Mary, FL
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The API Developer position is an exciting opportunity to join a leading organization in the government technology sector, focused on delivering innovative customer communication solutions. As an API Developer, you will play a vital role in building and maintaining scalable backend services, ensuring that systems are robust, secure, and highly available. This full-time role emphasizes your technical skills in Java, API design, and integration, allowing you to make a significant impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of citizen interactions within a forward-thinking environment.
As an API Developer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain backend services that are central to the company's state-wide initiatives. Your expertise in Java development and API management will be utilized to create SOAP and RESTful APIs that power critical applications. You will be responsible for optimizing the performance of backend systems, integrating third-party services, and ensuring the security and scalability of the organization's technology solutions. The company values innovation, collaboration, and the professional growth of its employees, offering a dynamic work environment dedicated to delivering superior technology solutions for public sector clients.
Working as an API Developer offers you the opportunity to be part of a team that is passionate about leveraging technology to improve public services. The organization is recognized for its leadership in the industry and provides a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are valued. You will have access to comprehensive benefits, professional development resources, and the chance to be involved in projects that have a meaningful impact. For those who are driven by technical excellence and a desire to support public sector innovation, this is an ideal role to advance your career.
API Developer - Summary- Key technical role focused on backend service development and API management for government technology solutions.
- Utilizes Java, REST, SOAP, Spring Framework, and database technologies to implement scalable, secure systems.
- Collaborates with a team dedicated to modernizing citizen communication and public service efficiency.
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services using Java (Java 8 or higher).
- Build and manage SOAP and RESTful APIs to support organizational applications and initiatives.
- Optimize backend system performance for low-latency and high availability.
- Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of APIs across all projects.
- Integrate third-party APIs and services, ensuring seamless functionality and connectivity.
- Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies relevant to API development and backend engineering.
- Competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent in API development and backend engineering.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program and opportunities for long-term growth.
- Access to wellness programs and additional perks to support work-life balance.
- Recognition as a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for over a decade.
- Strong experience with Java (Java 8 or higher) and object-oriented programming principles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in API design and development (REST, SOAP), with solid knowledge of HTTP and SOAP protocols.
- Hands-on experience with the Spring Framework, including Spring Boot and Spring MVC modules.
- Understanding of microservices architecture and its application to scalable backend systems.
- Familiarity with database technologies such as SQL and NoSQL databases, with preference for PostgreSQL.
- Ability to effectively integrate third-party APIs and troubleshoot complex backend issues.
- Passionate about backend development and building APIs that drive impactful applications.
- Detail-oriented, with a focus on writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
- A collaborative team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Motivated by opportunities to work on projects that enhance public sector services and citizen engagement.
- Committed to ongoing professional growth and staying abreast of industry advancements.
- This role provides a chance to contribute to a high-impact, state-wide technology initiative aimed at streamlining citizen communications.
- Supportive company culture with over 25 years of industry experience and a strong reputation for employee engagement and client satisfaction.
- Dedicated engagement management for employee success and career development.
- 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.
- IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an API Developer, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button. Join a respected leader in government technology and help shape the future of citizen engagement through innovative backend development and API integration.