Senior API Software Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy Java and Spring Boot microservices using AWS EKS, AWS Lambda, and GitLab CI/CD.
• Design scalable, secure APIs using OpenAPI Specifications and collaborate with application teams to meet business needs.
• Review code, write technical documentation, and contribute to system architecture and project delivery plans.
• Ensure code quality with proper logging, monitoring, tracing, and security best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in APIs and microservices, performing root cause analysis to prevent future incidents.
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies and technical grooming of user stories with the development team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience working in an Agile environment: Scrum and Kanban.
• 5+ years of experience in development and implementation of enterprise-wide solutions based on Java Technologies (Java, J2EE, Web Services, Spring, Spring Boot), Python, and cloud-native environments.
• 5+ years of experience building API architecture/management for REST APIs.
• 3+ years of experience building and managing Microservices in AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Developed serverless applications using AWS Lambda, Redis, SQS, and cloud-native technologies within CI/CD environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in microservices, APIs, and web application frameworks, including secure design and code review practices.
• Proficient with API tools like Swagger/Swagger Hub and gateways such as Apigee; strong understanding of OAuth, SAML, and security protocols.
• Skilled in message-based and event-driven architectures, caching strategies, and governance best practices.
• Experienced with databases such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, and DocumentDB, along with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Effective communicator with agile experience and familiarity with SDLC tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Git-based systems.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud-native technologies and serverless applications.
• Knowledge of security protocols like OAuth and SAML.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• High-level qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.

Benefits & Perks

• Versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, and a 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan.
• All benefits can be viewed at DISH Benefits.
• Role compensation varies based on qualifications, skill level, and work location.