API Integration Engineer (Java/Global Distribution Systems)- Los Angeles (by LAX) or Santa Clara, Ca or Tulsa, OK (Hybrid) Direct Hire/ Full Time Employee

HEADS UP: This role will not be interviewing until late October.

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NOT open to Corp to Corp

Those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

DKKD Staffing does not sponsor and cannot support H1, EAD, TN, etc.

No outside agencies, please.

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TITLE: API Integration Engineer 

LOCATION: Los Angeles (by LAX) or Santa Clara, Ca or Tulsa, OK (HYBRID)

DURATION: Direct Hire

SALARY: To be discussed

NOT open to Corp to Corp

Those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

DKKD Staffing does not sponsor and cannot support H1, EAD, TN, etc. No outside agencies please.

NOTE: You may email the below job-related Q&A to Di@DKKDstaffing.com

JOB OVERVIEW:

DKKD Staffing staffed the VP Engineering that this role reports to as well as the VPIT and many others under the CTO over the past 10 years. As our client continues to expand their global presence, we are looking for a skilled API Integration Engineer to join our client’s team and help enhance their partnerships with Global Distribution System (GDS) partners.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Do you have the ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to rapidly changing requirements? Are you a hands-on technical leader?
• We are seeking an API Integration Engineer to play a critical role in the integration of our client’s services with partners. The API Integration Engineer will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain API integrations that enable partners to access and book our client’s hospitality services.
• This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.
• The successful candidate will also be responsible for being the primary technical contact for all partners to support them during all phases of partner integration with our APIs. This includes streamlining, automating, and simplifying the API integration cycle with external partners, including onboarding, technical API integration, testing, and going live.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team. The successful candidate will also be responsible for being the primary technical contact for all partners to support them during all phases of partner integration with company APIs. This includes streamlining, automating, and simplifying the API integration cycle with external GDS partners, including partner onboarding, technical API integration, testing, and going live.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, Implementation, and Testing: Design, implement, and rigorously test API integrations based on system requirements, ensuring reliability and accuracy in data exchange.
• API Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire lifecycle of APIs, including streamlining and automating partner onboarding processes, technical API integration, testing, and deployment to simplify integration for partners.
• Enhancing API Documentation: Continuously improve and update API documentation, making it comprehensive and accessible to partners for a simplified integration experience.
• Primary Technical Contact: Act as the primary technical contact for all partners, providing support and guidance during all phases of partner integration with company APIs.
• API Integration Toolkit: Build and maintain an API integration toolkit for integration, testing, and debugging purposes, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the integration process.
• Partner Interaction: Attend client calls with partners to gather integration requirements, address technical queries, and provide updates on integration progress, simplifying communication and collaboration.
• Translation of Requirements: Translate conceptual system requirements into detailed technical data and integration requirements to guide the development process effectively.
• Writing Clean and Scalable Code: Write clean, scalable code using Java and other relevant technologies to build robust and efficient API solutions.
• Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices to protect sensitive customer data and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize API integrations for speed and efficiency, minimizing downtime and latency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including IT, product management, and business development, to align integration efforts with business goals and strategies.
• Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and address integration issues, troubleshoot technical challenges, and provide effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Documentation Maintenance: Maintain accurate records of integration configurations, changes, and updates, ensuring documentation is up-to-date to simplify future maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in API integration, preferably in a travel or hospitality industry context.
• Proficiency in Java and other relevant programming languages.
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles.
• Familiarity with API authentication methods (OAuth, API keys, etc.).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Perforce, Git).
• Knowledge of data formats such as JSON and XML.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to rapidly changing requirements.
• Knowledge of GDS systems is a plus.

 Additional Company Technology Environment

• Java
• PostGres
• MS Access
• OLAP
• SQL Server
• Tableau
• DOMO
• XML
• JSON
• Mongo
• SSRS/ SSIS
• Oracle
• MS Excel:
• AWS & GCP:
• Linux/Unix Systems Management:
• Windows Systems Management:
• G-Suite and Active Directory:
• Vendor & Customer relations management:
• Database functionality – OLTP vs OLAP:
• Network Operations:
• PCI DSS and SOX Compliance, NIST Systems Security Standards:
• CI/CD:
• Virtualization:
• Cloud SaaS operations:
• Cloud migrations and support:
• Datacenter Operations:
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:
• Development methodologies (Agile, Tribal Model, Squads, Guilds, etc.):

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are passionate about API integration, possess the required skills and qualifications, and are excited to contribute to our client’s mission of providing exceptional service to travelers, we encourage you to apply.

Please fill out the application or submit your resume, answers to the questions below, and any relevant work samples to [Di@DKKDstaffing.com].

Action: Please complete the Application & Job-related questions below to help us provide complete information to the client with your resume.

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APPLICATION QUESTIONS (Please answer all questions)

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ADDITIONAL JOB-RELATED SCREENING QUESTIONS/ JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Please provide your # of years of experience (per bullet/colon) and last/ most recent year used. Elaborate if needed. If no experience, please indicate NA or none. 

• Title as an API Integration Engineer (or similar title):
• Experience in the travel or hospitality industry:
• Direct to Consumer Experience:
• Hands-on, deep technical Integration/Management:
• Global Distribution Systems (GDS) (Please indicate which partners you have experience with):
• Integrating company systems with outside clients and customers:
• Streamlining, automating, and simplifying the API integration cycle with external GDS partners, including partner onboarding, technical API integration, testing, and going live:
• Working with the Engineering, IT, QA, etc. teams to debug:
• Hands-on Coding (not mandatory, but helpful – please indicate which tools):
• Proficiency in Java and other relevant programming languages:
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles:
• Familiarity with API authentication methods (OAuth, API keys, etc.):
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Perforce, Git):
• Knowledge of data formats such as JSON and XML.

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