API Engineer

About Position:\n\nA API Engineer is responsible not just for automation but for defining, governing, and scaling the engineering strategy for an entire program or product suite.\n\nRole: API Engineer\nLocation: Bangalore/Hyderabad\nExperience: 3 to 8 yrs\nJob Type: Full Time Employment\n\nWhat You'll Do:\n\nDesign and develop API proxies using Apigee (Edge/Hybrid) for enterprise-grade integrations\nImplement and manage Apigee policies including OAuth, JWT, Quota, Spike Arrest, and security controls\nDevelop and maintain shared flows and reusable components for API standardization\nConfigure and manage IBM DataPower services such as MPGW and WSP for API mediation\nWork on DataPower policy configurations, transformations, and gateway-level processing\nParticipate in API migration projects, particularly transitioning APIs from DataPower to Apigee\nDesign and implement REST APIs with strong focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability\nImplement API security mechanisms including OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Keys, and mutual TLS (mTLS)\nWork with XML, JSON, and XSLT for data transformation and integration use cases\nIntegrate APIs with backend systems using HTTP/S, SOAP, MQ, or other protocols\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless API lifecycle management\nTroubleshoot, debug, and optimize API performance across platforms\n\nExpertise You'll Bring:\n\nStrong experience in building API proxies, policies, and shared flows in Apigee\nSolid understanding of API security standards including OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Keys, and mTLS\nHands-on experience with DataPower configurations, policies, and gateway implementations\nExperience or exposure to API migration projects (DataPower to Apigee is a strong plus)\nStrong knowledge of REST API design principles and integration patterns\nProficiency in XML, JSON, and XSLT transformations\nExperience integrating APIs with backend systems using HTTP/S, SOAP, MQ, or similar protocols\nStrong debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills\nGood communication and collaboration skills with ability to work in cross-functional teams\n\nBenefits:\n\nCompetitive salary and benefits package\nCulture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications\nOpportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies\nEmployee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards\nAnnual health check-ups\nInsurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents\n\nValues-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:\n\nPersistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.\n\nWe support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.\nOur office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.\nIf you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment\n\nLet's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers\n\n\"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.\"