API Developer - Hybrid

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced API Developer to support backend service development and integration initiatives across a large-scale healthcare technology environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and backend services using Java
• Build and maintain system-to-system integrations across internal and external applications
• Implement data transformation, validation, and service orchestration logic
• Develop supporting services using JavaScript/TypeScript as needed (supporting services/tools, not UI)
• Work within an AWS-hosted environment to deploy and support services
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and Business Analysts to clarify and refine requirements
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and testing practices
• Troubleshoot, enhance, and maintain existing services

Core Requirements

• Strong backend development experience using Java
• Experience with Spring Boot or similar backend frameworks
• Exposure to healthcare systems or data exchange concepts (payer/provider systems, data exchange, etc.)
• Hands-on experience building APIs and integrations (REST, microservices)
• Experience working with JSON, data modeling, and data transformation
• Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB)
• Familiarity with AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, S3) from a development perspective
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines as part of the development process
• Experience using Git and participating in code reviews
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Ability to work independently and navigate ambiguous requirements

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources)
• Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript
• Familiarity with API security and authentication methods