Api Gateway Specialist

Api Gateway Specialist
Porto
Porto, Porto District, Portugal

Missions:

- Serve as the first line of support for API consumers and API providers, addressing incidents or redirecting them to the appropriate teams.

- Configure new APIs on the gateway and update or delete existing configurations as needed.

- Design and implement new workflows to ensure efficient API calls to the backend and timely responses to users.

- Maintain our infrastructure, including managing certificates and server configurations that host our gateways.

- Oversee our
- house API Marketplace;

while our developers provide support, being able to make minor adjustments during their absence is essential.

- Utilize a robust CI/CD pipeline to keep all systems up to date while adhering to Dev
Sec
Ops requirements.

Main Requirements:

- Soft Skills: Effective communication, time management, and a collaborative spirit are crucial. A willingness to learn is also important, as you may encounter difficulties in finding extensive documentation on the vendor side.

- REST API: Experience in developing, maintaining, and interacting with REST APIs, including familiarity with the verbs used, API design, and related tools such as Postman.

- API Gateway Knowledge: Familiarity with API Gateway solutions, such as Axway, Kong, APIGEE, etc.

- Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python and Java
Script are essentials, as it is widely used within our systems. Groovy is a nice to have.

- Linux Proficiency: A foundational understanding of Linux will help you navigate our infrastructure more effectively.

- CI/CD Tools: Experience with XLR, XLD, Jenkins, Bitbucket, and Open
Shift is advantageous for supporting our CI/CD pipeline.

Other Requirements:

- On-call availability

- Good level of English – minimum B2 level

- French is a plus

- Ability to keep up with a demanding and
- paced environment

- Critical Thinking

- Strong prioritization skills

- Knowledge of implementing pedagogical methods

- Ability to work in a team