API Developer

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.