Senior API Developer
About the role
Job Title: Senior API Developer
Location: Pittsburgh, PA | Cleveland, OH | Dallas, TX | Strongsville, OH | Birmingham, AL | Phoenix, AZ | Denver, CO
Onsite: 5 Days/Week
Job Type: Long-Term Contract
Work Authorization: USC, Green Card, or H4 EAD (Long-Term Validity Only)
Pay Rate: $60/hr on W2 or $120,000 per annum with benefits
Must-Have Skills
Java / J2EE (8+ years)
Spring Boot & Microservices
REST API Development
Swagger
Angular
Kafka & IBM MQ
SQL & NoSQL
GitHub, Jenkins & CI/CD
AWS or Azure
Agile / Scrum
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior API Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices to build scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, design backend solutions, and contribute to enterprise-level application development while following Agile best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and Microservices
Build backend components using Java, Spring Boot, and J2EE
Create and maintain API specifications using Swagger
Integrate APIs with external client systems
Develop and execute unit tests for Java and JavaScript code
Work with Kafka, IBM MQ, SQL, and NoSQL databases
Participate in code reviews, technical design, and architecture discussions
Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Jenkins
Collaborate with business, design, and technical stakeholders in an Agile environment
Required Qualifications
8+ years of Java/J2EE development experience
Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Microservices
8+ years of RESTful/SOAP Web Services development
5+ years of Angular, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Experience with Swagger, XML, and JSON
Hands-on experience with Kafka and IBM MQ
Strong SQL and NoSQL database knowledge
Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, and CI/CD
Exposure to AWS or Azure cloud platforms
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Apply with your updated resume if you meet the above requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and Microservices
- Build backend components using Java, Spring Boot, and J2EE
- Create and maintain API specifications using Swagger
- Integrate APIs with external client systems
- Develop and execute unit tests for Java and JavaScript code
- Work with Kafka, IBM MQ, SQL, and NoSQL databases
- Participate in code reviews, technical design, and architecture discussions
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Jenkins
Qualifications
- 8+ years of Java/J2EE development experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Microservices
- 8+ years of RESTful/SOAP Web Services development
- 5+ years of Angular, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
- Experience with Swagger, XML, and JSON
- Hands-on experience with Kafka and IBM MQ
- Strong SQL and NoSQL database knowledge
- Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, and CI/CD
Skills mentioned
About The Glove
We are a 21 year old Recruitment Technology Company with an InHouse ATS Platform offering End to End Hiring Solutions powered by AI . At Glove Talent Solutions , we are more than just a recruitment company—we are trusted partners dedicated to fostering lasting relationships with both our clients and team members. We strive to understand your business deeply and align our recruitment solutions with your specific needs, ensuring steady and successful hiring outcomes. What Sets Us Apart: Relationship-Driven Approach: Long-term partnerships are our priority, with several client relationships spanning over a decade. Our personalized service focuses on trust and delivering value. Expertise and Reliability: Our team’s industry knowledge and proven track record ensure timely delivery of high-quality profiles, meeting hiring needs from mid-level roles to leadership positions. AI-Enhanced Recruitment: We utilize advanced AI tools to streamline candidate analysis, improve efficiency, and predict role-specific success, offering faster, more strategic hiring solutions. Diverse Talent Pool: By combining our proprietary database with AI-driven search technologies and multi-platform outreach, we connect with active and passive candidates, ensuring a broad talent pool to meet changing needs. Our Reach: With new branches in the USA ,UK & Dubai we now support local hiring while maintaining a global perspective, reflecting our commitment to meeting evolving client needs. Proven Success: Nearly 70% of our business comes from repeat clients, highlighting the trust and quality we bring to every search. Our focus on "Because the fit matters" drives us to find the best candidates with the right skills and experience. At The Glove, we are continually pushing the boundaries of recruitment excellence. Whether you are seeking a mid-level professional or a top-tier executive, we are here to help you build a stronger, more successful team.