Software Engineer Back End API Developer

Company: Apex Life Sciences
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job#: 1235688 Job Description: Apex Systems is looking for a Software Engineer to join one of our clients in the Greater St. Louis, MO area. This opportunity is open for both contract-to-hire or full-time candidates. All interested applicants are encouraged to send resumes directly to JobAs a Software Engineer specializing in API development, you will be key to enabling the flow of data and its underlying transactions through building and interacting with APIs in applications and services. You will work on a DevOps software engineering team dedicated to building enterprise applications with the latest and greatest cloud-first technology to enable key parts of our business. From contributing to new applications to enhancing existing products, you will work amongst a team of passionate software engineers, facilitated by a scrum master, with work prioritized by product owners.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve softwareLead the design of contracts and schemas for APIs and middleware services in a decoupled stackBuild underlying data & service layers used by applications to interact with data stores such as MS SQL, Oracle and more.Build connectivity and interaction with 3rd party APIsUtilize API Gateways, message queues and other services utilized in enterprise grade systemsEmbrace continuous learning in daily work on company time to work towards company paid certifications and accreditationsJob QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience3+ years of professional software development experienceExcellent understanding of design, implementation, and consumption of API services and service-oriented architecture patternsExpertise utilizing C# .NET or Python in building underlying back-end API ServicesExperience designing and implementing microservicesExperience working RESTful and event-driven architecturesExperience working with OpenAPI / Swagger specFamiliarity with modern authorization mechanisms that enable secure, role-based accessCore programming concepts, such as algorithms and data structuresProficiency with Git, Azure DevOps or other CI/CD toolingMicrosoft AZ-204 (Azure Developer) certification and experience using Azure services (Functions, App Services, APIM, etc) is a plusExperience including SPA and PWA projects is a plus Benefits & Work perksWe offer generous benefit plan options that can be tailored for your needs and wellbeing:Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending AccountsLife Insurance and Disability Income ProtectionGenerous Parental Leave and FMLA policies401(k) Retirement Savings options with a generous company matching contributionChance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of ownersFree BeerEEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or 844-463-6178.

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