Senior API Developer - Contract

Company Overview Arctiq is a global, intelligence-driven technology services company delivering professional and managed services across Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Networking & Connected Experiences, Cybersecurity, Data & AI, Autonomous Operations & Intelligence, and Enterprise Service Management. We help organizations operate, secure, and modernize complex environments by unifying infrastructure, networking, data, security, automation, and observability under a single, integrated operating model. Our work focuses on helping customers reduce operational friction, improve resilience, and make better, faster decisions as their environments evolve. Arctiq builds on decades of industry expertise and a customer-centric ethos to deliver exceptional value to clients across diverse industries. This is a remote, contract opportunity for one of Arctiq’s clients. This team works CST hours. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior API Developer with strong expertise in PHP, Python, and Oracle Database development to design, develop, and maintain scalable integration solutions and enterprise-grade APIs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building secure, high-performance APIs, integrating with internal and third-party systems, and working within complex enterprise environments. This role requires a strong understanding of backend development, database design, system integrations, and API lifecycle management. Responsibilities • Design, develop, test, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using PHP and Python. • Build scalable integration solutions between enterprise applications, databases, and third-party platforms. • Develop and optimize Oracle database objects including tables, views, stored procedures, packages, and functions. • Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and development teams to gather requirements and design technical solutions. • Create and maintain API documentation, technical specifications, and integration guides. • Implement security best practices including authentication, authorization, encryption, and data protection. • Monitor API performance and troubleshoot production issues to ensure system reliability and uptime. • Optimize application and database performance through efficient coding practices and query tuning. • Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical design sessions. • Support CI/CD processes and contribute to automated testing and deployment initiatives. • Work closely with QA teams to ensure quality standards and successful production releases. Qualifications • 7+ years of professional software development experience. • Strong hands-on experience developing APIs and backend services using PHP and Python. • Extensive experience working with Oracle databases, including SQL and PL/SQL development. • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and web services. • Strong understanding of API security standards, including OAuth, JWT, SSL/TLS, and authentication frameworks. Arctiq is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations or adjustments throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. We thank you for your interest in joining the Arctiq team! While we welcome all applicants, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.