Akkodis group
Akkodis is seeking an
API Architect
for a
Contract
with a client in Jersey City, NJ / Dallas, TX / Tampa, FL(Hybrid). You will lead end-to-end API modernization and migration initiatives from on-prem Apigee to AWS-native architectures.
Rate Range:
$49/hour to $53/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
API Architect job responsibilities include:
Lead API modernization and migration initiatives from on-prem Apigee to AWS-native architectures, including design, transformation, and deployment.
Define API architecture standards, including proxy design, OpenAPI/Swagger specifications, and REST/GraphQL patterns.
Implement robust API security models (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, WAF) and establish governance frameworks for compliance and scalability.
Optimize API performance for low-latency, high-throughput environments, including tuning and observability using CloudWatch, X-Ray, and other tools.
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for API lifecycle management and automate deployments using IaC tools like CloudFormation/Terraform.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate legacy backends (SOAP, MQ, Mulesoft) into AWS-native solutions and containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes/EKS).
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (master’s preferred).
Minimum 12+ years in API design, development, and management, including large-scale migrations and performance tuning.
Proven expertise in Apigee-to-AWS migration (API Gateway, Lambda, CloudFront) and strong hands‑on skills with OpenAPI/Swagger, REST/GraphQL, and CI/CD for API lifecycle.
Deep knowledge of API security (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, WAF, rate limiting) and experience integrating legacy backends (SOAP, IBM MQ, Mulesoft/mainframe) into AWS-native, containerized architectures (Docker/Kubernetes/EKS).
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at
Shubham.Vasishtha@akkodisgroup.com .
Pay Details:
$49.00 to $53.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy
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API Architect
for a
Contract
with a client in Jersey City, NJ / Dallas, TX / Tampa, FL(Hybrid). You will lead end-to-end API modernization and migration initiatives from on-prem Apigee to AWS-native architectures.
Rate Range:
$49/hour to $53/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
API Architect job responsibilities include:
Lead API modernization and migration initiatives from on-prem Apigee to AWS-native architectures, including design, transformation, and deployment.
Define API architecture standards, including proxy design, OpenAPI/Swagger specifications, and REST/GraphQL patterns.
Implement robust API security models (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, WAF) and establish governance frameworks for compliance and scalability.
Optimize API performance for low-latency, high-throughput environments, including tuning and observability using CloudWatch, X-Ray, and other tools.
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for API lifecycle management and automate deployments using IaC tools like CloudFormation/Terraform.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate legacy backends (SOAP, MQ, Mulesoft) into AWS-native solutions and containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes/EKS).
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (master’s preferred).
Minimum 12+ years in API design, development, and management, including large-scale migrations and performance tuning.
Proven expertise in Apigee-to-AWS migration (API Gateway, Lambda, CloudFront) and strong hands‑on skills with OpenAPI/Swagger, REST/GraphQL, and CI/CD for API lifecycle.
Deep knowledge of API security (OAuth2, JWT, mTLS, WAF, rate limiting) and experience integrating legacy backends (SOAP, IBM MQ, Mulesoft/mainframe) into AWS-native, containerized architectures (Docker/Kubernetes/EKS).
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at
Shubham.Vasishtha@akkodisgroup.com .
Pay Details:
$49.00 to $53.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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