TEMP IT Computer Prof Specialist

Company Overview:Req ID: 224373NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a TEMP IT Computer Prof Specialist to join our team in REMOTE, Kentucky (US-KY), United States (US).Job Description:API Architect (Apigee & IBM API Connect V5)Role OverviewWith the ongoing channel and device proliferation and increasing competition from digital disruptors, APIs are fast becoming the lifeblood of digital transformations for enterprises seeking to thrive and grow in this immensely competitive environment. The NTT Data Digital API Services practice is a one-stop-shop for all API related needs of the customer, right from defining their API strategy and roadmap, business case development, down to prototyping, API development, API management product selection and implementation and managed services.We are looking for a strong and versatile API Architect to join our growing team in Plano, Texas, US.ResponsibilitiesEngage with customers to understand their business needs and help them define their API requirementsSolution design and estimationDesign and build scalable, secure, and extensible APIs and Microservices that power internal integrations and engaging customer-facing experiences.Provide Technical Analysis, Context Architecture Diagram, Technical Flow diagram, Data Flow diagram, and technical leadership to the development team.Create design templates, tools, and accelerators for API development for the teamEvaluate and implement API related tools, products, and platforms for the customerLearn new tools/technologies and upskill the team on themCollaborate with various stakeholders and multiple teams to own the delivery of high-quality end-product for the customerRole RequirementsBE/B.Tech/MCA or a related fieldExperience in Apigee and IBM API Connect V5 is mandatory. Experience/certifications with one or more API Management Platform experiences (Mulesoft, Axway, IBM API Gateway etc) will be an added plus. Apigee Certification preferredExperience in migrating from IBM API Connect V5 to Apigee Hybrid or Apigee Edge to Apigee Hybrid or similar migration from one API Gateway to another will be an added advantage.7+ years of overall experience in IT with 5+ years of architecture and development experience in API and Integrations space3+ years of hands-on development experience with APIsExperience with one or more programming languages for API developmentDeep understanding of RESTful architecture principles and their applicabilityExperience with all stages of the API lifecyclePrevious customer-facing experience & Excellent communication skills and team spiritAbility to work independently with globally distributed teams and provide technical leadership/mentoring to junior members in the teamAbility to handle the high volume of requests with frequent interruptions and prioritize their own work while taking organization and business needs into accountAbility and willingness to quickly learn new technologies/tools and train the team on themThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. The Company will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other class protected by law. To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship to the Company would result.