Huntington National Bank
API Governance Lead
As Huntington’s API Governance Lead, you will define, enforce, and evangelize enterprise‑wide API governance standards to support Huntington’s API‑first strategy. This role requires a proactive leader who can engage stakeholders, publish and socialize governance models, and drive adoption through education such as lunch‑and‑learns and workshops. You will leverage Apigee X on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) as the core API management solution while ensuring consistency, security, and scalability across all APIs.
Governance Framework & Standards
Establish and iteratively mature API governance policies aligned with Huntington’s architecture principles and industry best practices (OpenAPI, REST, GraphQL).
Drive API design reviews, enforce naming conventions, versioning, and lifecycle policies.
Actively socialize governance standards across teams through documentation, training sessions, and internal forums.
Platform Integration & Lifecycle Management
Define governance processes integrated with Apigee X and ServiceNow for API publishing, cataloging, and analytics.
Oversee API onboarding workflows via Apigee and Developer Portal ensuring compliance with governance standards.
Security & Compliance
Implement governance for API security patterns (OAuth2, JWT, JWKS, mTLS) using Apigee X and Huntington’s identity‑management solutions.
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (Open Banking, PSD2, HIPAA, GDPR).
Developer Experience & Enablement
Partner with API Gateway and Developer Experience teams to optimize portal usability and API discoverability.
Conduct training and enablement sessions for internal teams on governance best practices.
Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
Define monitoring priorities for API compliance and performance.
Use Apigee Analytics and GCP tools to track adoption, enforce standards, and identify improvement opportunities.
Continuously refine governance frameworks based on insights and evolving business needs.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in CS or equivalent experience.
7+ years in IT with strong API design, development, and governance experience.
5+ years in API governance or platform leadership roles.
Hands‑on experience with Apigee X and GCP services (Cloud Armor, IAM, VPC networking).
Expertise in API security standards (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS) and identity‑management solutions.
Strong knowledge of REST, OpenAPI specifications, and API lifecycle management.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in IT with strong API design, development, and governance experience.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to influence without authority.
Proven ability to drive adoption through proactive engagement and education.
GCP certifications (Professional Cloud Architect, Apigee API Engineer).
Familiarity with API Gateway architecture and DNS strategies.
Experience with CI/CD automation (Cloud Build, Terraform).
Why Join Huntington?
Lead governance for a cutting‑edge Apigee X‑based API platform.
Shape Huntington’s enterprise API‑first strategy and developer experience.
Collaborate with top engineering and security teams to deliver secure, scalable APIs.
Exempt Status Yes (not eligible for overtime pay)
Workplace Type Office (flexible work arrangement may be available)
Compensation Range $70,000.00 – $140,000.00 USD Annual
Equal Opportunity Employer Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tobacco‑Free Hiring Practice Visit Huntington’s Career Web Site for more details.
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Governance Framework & Standards
Establish and iteratively mature API governance policies aligned with Huntington’s architecture principles and industry best practices (OpenAPI, REST, GraphQL).
Drive API design reviews, enforce naming conventions, versioning, and lifecycle policies.
Actively socialize governance standards across teams through documentation, training sessions, and internal forums.
Platform Integration & Lifecycle Management
Define governance processes integrated with Apigee X and ServiceNow for API publishing, cataloging, and analytics.
Oversee API onboarding workflows via Apigee and Developer Portal ensuring compliance with governance standards.
Security & Compliance
Implement governance for API security patterns (OAuth2, JWT, JWKS, mTLS) using Apigee X and Huntington’s identity‑management solutions.
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (Open Banking, PSD2, HIPAA, GDPR).
Developer Experience & Enablement
Partner with API Gateway and Developer Experience teams to optimize portal usability and API discoverability.
Conduct training and enablement sessions for internal teams on governance best practices.
Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
Define monitoring priorities for API compliance and performance.
Use Apigee Analytics and GCP tools to track adoption, enforce standards, and identify improvement opportunities.
Continuously refine governance frameworks based on insights and evolving business needs.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in CS or equivalent experience.
7+ years in IT with strong API design, development, and governance experience.
5+ years in API governance or platform leadership roles.
Hands‑on experience with Apigee X and GCP services (Cloud Armor, IAM, VPC networking).
Expertise in API security standards (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS) and identity‑management solutions.
Strong knowledge of REST, OpenAPI specifications, and API lifecycle management.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years in IT with strong API design, development, and governance experience.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to influence without authority.
Proven ability to drive adoption through proactive engagement and education.
GCP certifications (Professional Cloud Architect, Apigee API Engineer).
Familiarity with API Gateway architecture and DNS strategies.
Experience with CI/CD automation (Cloud Build, Terraform).
Why Join Huntington?
Lead governance for a cutting‑edge Apigee X‑based API platform.
Shape Huntington’s enterprise API‑first strategy and developer experience.
Collaborate with top engineering and security teams to deliver secure, scalable APIs.
Exempt Status Yes (not eligible for overtime pay)
Workplace Type Office (flexible work arrangement may be available)
Compensation Range $70,000.00 – $140,000.00 USD Annual
Equal Opportunity Employer Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tobacco‑Free Hiring Practice Visit Huntington’s Career Web Site for more details.
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