API Developer

A top Fortune 50 financial institution is seeking an API Developer for a contract role. The position is remote, requiring on-site interviews in Vienna, VA; Winchester, VA; or Pensacola, FL. About the Opportunity: • Hybrid or Remote: Remote, with on-site interview requirement • Shift: Standard business hours • Schedule: Full-time • Hours: 40 hours per week Responsibilities: The API Developer will be responsible for: • Designing, developing, and deploying Java-based APIs in a microservices architecture • Building RESTful web services from scratch to support scalable enterprise applications • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define API integrations • Debugging, testing, and troubleshooting applications to ensure performance and reliability • Maintaining code quality through best practices, documentation, and continuous improvement Qualifications: • 4+ years of experience in Java development • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred • Strong expertise in Java and related development frameworks • Solid knowledge of RESTful API design and web development principles • Strong debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills • Ability to work independently in a remote environment • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities Desired Skills: • Experience developing APIs in microservices environments • Financial services or banking industry experience preferred • Familiarity with enterprise-scale application development environments • Strong commitment to quality • Effective collaboration across teams