API Developer
Apply NowCompany: Vecima
Location: Burnaby, BC V3J 1A1
Description:
Vecima Networks is leading the global evolution to the multi-gigabit, content-rich networks of the future. Our talented people deliver future-ready software, services, and integrated platforms that power broadband and video streaming networks, monitor and manage transportation, and transform experiences in homes, businesses, and everywhere people connect. We help our customers evolve their networks with cloud-based solutions that deliver ground-breaking speed, superior video quality, and exciting new services to their subscribers. Learn more at vecima.com.
Position Summary:
The API developer will help design and develop cloud-based, SaaS, and LBS products for the Telematics Business Unit. In particular, the API developer will concentrate on connecting disparate software systems through APIs.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
Design, develop, and test scalable and maintainable APIs
Integrate third-party services through their APIs
Efficiently work with third-party developers to make sure project goals and quality standards are being met
Collaborate with other R&D and Product team members to map out integration strategies that align with business goals
Ensure API security and implement robust authentication, authorization, and auditing mechanisms
Monitor API performance and optimize code for efficiency
Contribute to the development of internal tools to improve the API development process
Develop and maintain comprehensive API documentation for internal and external users
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, development, QA, customer experience) to understand and translate business requirements into well-defined API specifications
Able to manage levers of Time, Scope, and Resource to come up with effective project plan
Stay up-to-date on the latest API development trends and technologies
Competencies:
Solid software design and development
Expert in API design and development
Third-party API integration experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience creating web pages that promote the use of company APIs
Effective project management skills with projects involving third-party companies
Good documentation skills that allow both Dev and Product teams to efficiently deliver their portion of the solution
Self-starter
Team-oriented
Position requirements:
Experience designing, implementing and testing APIs
Strong knowledge of API design principles and best practices (e.g., RESTful, SOAP, JSON, XML)
Webhook development experience
Experience using SOAP UI tool, Postman, Swagger or similar API development tools
Solid backend development experience
Proven ability to develop scalable web services
Strong Java or Python programming experience
Proven experience troubleshooting third-party web services (both API and their servers)
Database design experience - both relational (preferably, Postgres) and NOSQL (preferably Cassandra)
MQTT development experience
Solid understanding of network security
Strong knowledge of performance monitoring of web services
Git, CVS
Bonus points for:
o CI/CD pipeline experience including Docker container development
o Solid front-end usability knowledge
o Experience with AI development tools such as Copilot
o Javascript, C#, Ruby, Go experience
o Working knowledge of Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud services
At Vecima, everyone contributes and makes an impact. We foster an open, caring, and innovative work environment where creativity and communication thrive. We always strive to be our best and recognize achievements and wins that fuel individual and company growth. Together, we create the breakthroughs that lead the industry forward.
Vecima offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and strives to provide a challenging work environment that can foster skill development and personal career growth for all employees.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
We are fueled by the innovation, leadership, and passion of today's top talent. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career as API Developer, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary:
The API developer will help design and develop cloud-based, SaaS, and LBS products for the Telematics Business Unit. In particular, the API developer will concentrate on connecting disparate software systems through APIs.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
Design, develop, and test scalable and maintainable APIs
Integrate third-party services through their APIs
Efficiently work with third-party developers to make sure project goals and quality standards are being met
Collaborate with other R&D and Product team members to map out integration strategies that align with business goals
Ensure API security and implement robust authentication, authorization, and auditing mechanisms
Monitor API performance and optimize code for efficiency
Contribute to the development of internal tools to improve the API development process
Develop and maintain comprehensive API documentation for internal and external users
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, development, QA, customer experience) to understand and translate business requirements into well-defined API specifications
Able to manage levers of Time, Scope, and Resource to come up with effective project plan
Stay up-to-date on the latest API development trends and technologies
Competencies:
Solid software design and development
Expert in API design and development
Third-party API integration experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience creating web pages that promote the use of company APIs
Effective project management skills with projects involving third-party companies
Good documentation skills that allow both Dev and Product teams to efficiently deliver their portion of the solution
Self-starter
Team-oriented
Position requirements:
Experience designing, implementing and testing APIs
Strong knowledge of API design principles and best practices (e.g., RESTful, SOAP, JSON, XML)
Webhook development experience
Experience using SOAP UI tool, Postman, Swagger or similar API development tools
Solid backend development experience
Proven ability to develop scalable web services
Strong Java or Python programming experience
Proven experience troubleshooting third-party web services (both API and their servers)
Database design experience - both relational (preferably, Postgres) and NOSQL (preferably Cassandra)
MQTT development experience
Solid understanding of network security
Strong knowledge of performance monitoring of web services
Git, CVS
Bonus points for:
o CI/CD pipeline experience including Docker container development
o Solid front-end usability knowledge
o Experience with AI development tools such as Copilot
o Javascript, C#, Ruby, Go experience
o Working knowledge of Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud services
At Vecima, everyone contributes and makes an impact. We foster an open, caring, and innovative work environment where creativity and communication thrive. We always strive to be our best and recognize achievements and wins that fuel individual and company growth. Together, we create the breakthroughs that lead the industry forward.
Vecima offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and strives to provide a challenging work environment that can foster skill development and personal career growth for all employees.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
We are fueled by the innovation, leadership, and passion of today's top talent. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career as API Developer, we want to hear from you!