API Developer – Cloud & DevOps Job San Antonio area,Texas USA,Software Development

API Developer – Cloud & Dev Ops

We are seeking an experienced Senior API Developer with strong expertise in API development, microservices, CI/CD, containerization, and cloud-based deployments. The candidate will be responsible for developing, deploying, supporting, and maintaining APIs and containerized applications across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP environments.

The role requires strong production support capabilities, troubleshooting skills, and hands-on experience with Dev Ops automation tools. The candidate should be comfortable working independently on production maintenance, container vulnerabilities, certificate rotations, and return-to-service activities while adhering to enterprise security policies and controls.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
Develop scalable and secure API solutions for enterprise applications.
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing, deployment, and release processes.
Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
Work with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and/or GCP.
Automate infrastructure and deployment processes using Terraform and Ansible.
Use Git for source control and support modern software development workflows.
Monitor applications, APIs, and infrastructure using tools such as Splunk.
Provide dedicated support for test and production environments.
Troubleshoot application, API, container, deployment, and infrastructure issues and restore services within defined timelines.
Independently identify and remediate container vulnerabilities and security-related issues.
Perform SSL/TLS certificate rotations and other production maintenance activities.
Collaborate with development, Dev Ops, cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to resolve technical issues.
Ensure APIs and deployments comply with security policies, procedures, standards, and controls.
Participate in production releases, incident resolution, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain technical documentation for APIs, deployments, operational procedures, and troubleshooting activities.

Required Technical Skills

API Development
REST APIs
Microservices
CI/CD Pipelines
Docker
Kubernetes
Cloud Deployments – Azure, AWS, and/or GCP
Git
Terraform
Ansible
Splunk
Production support and troubleshooting
Container security and vulnerability remediation
Certificate management and rotation

Secondary / Preferred Skills

Java
Python
Java Script
Golang
Understanding of UI frameworks
API Management platforms
Cloud-native application development
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Dev Ops and automation practices

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
8–10 years of experience in API development, software engineering, Dev Ops, cloud engineering, or related areas.
Strong hands-on experience with API development, CI/CD, containers, and cloud deployments.
Experience supporting test and production environments.
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and manage production support responsibilities.
Strong understanding of enterprise security practices and operational controls.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.