CTG IT Solutions - API Management Specialist

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled API Management Specialist to join our dynamic team.

Your missions

• You configure and manage API gateways to handle API traffic efficiently and securely.
• You implement security policies such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and rate limiting to protect APIs from unauthorized access and abuse.
• You monitor API GateWay performance, scalability, and availability, and optimize configurations as needed.
• You manage the entire lifecycle of APIs from creation to retirement, including versioning, deprecation, and sunsetting.
• You coordinate with development teams to onboard new APIs onto the API management platform and ensure proper governance and compliance.
• You perform regular reviews and audits of APIs to ensure adherence to organizational standards and policies.
• You implement security measures to safeguard APIs and sensitive data, such as encryption, tokenization, and threat protection.
• You stay updated on emerging security threats and vulnerabilities in API ecosystems and apply patches and updates as necessary.
• You monitor API traffic, usage patterns, and performance metrics to identify potential issues and optimize API performance.
• You set up monitoring alerts and dashboards to track key API metrics, such as latency, error rates, and throughput.
• You analyze API usage data to gain insights into user behavior, trends, and business opportunities.

Your profile

• You hold a Master's degree and have at least 7 years of relevant experience as API Management Specialist
• You can speak and write fluently in English
• You have very strong understanding of RESTful APIs, SOAP APIs, GraphQL, and other API protocols.
• You have knowledge of API management platforms such as Apigee, AWS API GateWay, Azure API Management, or others, being Azure API Management a big plus compared to the others.
• You are familiar with Web services technologies such as XML, JSON, and WSDL.
• You have good understanding of security protocols and standards such as OAuth, JWT, SSL/TLS, and API keys.
• You have experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• You have knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD).
• You have knowledge of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and HTTPS.
• You have experience with Version Control systems such as GIT.
• You are proficient in using API testing tools like Postman, Swagger, or SoapUI.
• You have experience working with API management platforms and configuring API gateways.
• You have knowledge of API design best practices and principles.
• You have experience with troubleshooting and debugging API-related issues.
• You are familiar with cloud computing platforms such as AWS or Azure.

Our offer
At CTG, we believe in rewarding our employees and providing an appealing work environment. When you join our team you can expect:

• Competitive salary package, with or without a company car.
• Personalized training programs and development plans to nurture your skills.
• 5 additional vacation days
• Regular team-building events, learning lunches, and fun activities.
• Extra-legal benefits (daily allowances, PC plan, )

Please note that a criminal record check will be required for this position.

Discover the exciting opportunities that await you at CTG, where your IT expertise meets a world of possibilities! Apply Now !