Summary
An API engineering role focused on designing reusable, scalable, and versioned interfaces on AWS. The position combines REST and GraphQL development, serverless services, authentication and security, database integration, infrastructure as code, observability, performance optimization, and CI/CD.
Highlights
Broad AWS API engineering scope covering scalable API design, serverless architectures, security, database integration, observability, performance optimization, and CI/CD.
Description
Job Description
Skill: AWS API developer
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
Tech Skills
API Development – RESTful APIs, GraphQL (AppSync), OpenAPI/Swagger.AWS API Services – API Gateway, Lambda, AppSync.Programming Languages – Node.js, Python, Java, .NETAuthentication & Security – OAuth 2.0, JWT, AWS Cognito, IAM.Database Integration – DynamoDB, RDS, Aurora, query optimization.Serverless Architecture – Event-driven design using Lambda, SNS, SQS.Infrastructure as Code – CloudFormation, SAM, Terraform.Monitoring & Debugging – CloudWatch logs, AWS X-RayCI/CD Integration – CodePipeline, Jenkins, GitHub Actions.Performance Optimization – API caching, throttling, rate limiting
Functional Skills (AWS API Developer)
Requirement Analysis – Understanding API/business requirements.API Design Thinking – Designing reusable, scalable, versioned APIsStakeholder Communication – Working with frontend/mobile/backend teams.Documentation Skills – API specs, Swagger docs, integration guides.Problem Solving – Debugging API failures and performance issues.Collaboration – Agile teamwork with developers, QA, DevOps.Attention to Detail – Handling edge cases, error handling, validations.Time Management – Delivering APIs within sprint timelines.Adaptability – Learning new AWS services and frameworks quickly.Business Understanding – Aligning APIs with user experience and use cases
Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop secure, scalable REST/GraphQL APIs using AWS services.Build APIs using Amazon API Gateway integrated with Lambda or backend services.Develop serverless applications using AWS Lambda and event-driven patterns.Define API contracts, schemas, and documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger).Implement authentication & authorization (IAM, Cognito, OAuth, JWT).Integrate APIs with databases (DynamoDB, RDS) and other AWS services.Handle API versioning, throttling, caching, and rate limiting.Monitor, log, and troubleshoot APIs using CloudWatch/X-Ray.Ensure API security, encryption (TLS), and compliance standards.Collaborate with frontend, mobile, and backend teams for API integration.
Salary Range - $100,000-$115,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary
Discretionary Annual Incentive.Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
