Job code
IRC261233
Published on 28 March 2025

Azure APIM Engineering lead (7 – 10 Years Exp) IRC261233

Designation

Consultant

Function

Engineering

Experience

5-10 years

Location

India - Noida

Skills

ARM, Azure, DevOps, DevOps Practices, HTTPS and TLS/SSL, oAuth2, OpenID-Connect, Powershell Scripting, REST, SOAP, Terraform

Work Model

Hybrid

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Description

Skills- Azure, DevOps, Powershell Scripting, Terraform, ARM

Location- Pune, Noida, Nagpur, Bangalore

Year of Exp- 8 to 10 years

Requirements

Need to have extensive hands-on experience with Azure API Management (Azure APIM) and should be able to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance API ecosystems in complex enterprise environments.

This person needs to have technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to align API strategies with business objectives.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

  • 7-10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3+ years focused on API Management at an enterprise level.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Azure API Management (Azure APIM), including configuration, deployment, and management in production environments.
  • Proven track record of leading enterprise-level APIM implementations, preferably in cloud-based ecosystems.

Technical Skills:

  • Deep expertise in Azure services (e.g., Azure APIM, Azure DevOps, Azure AD, Azure Functions).
  • Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, SOAP, GraphQL, and API design principles (e.g., OpenAPI/Swagger).
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, ARM templates, Terraform).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for APIM deployments.
  • Knowledge of security protocols (e.g., OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SSL/TLS).

Leadership Skills:

  • Ability to lead and mentor technical teams, driving adoption of best practices and standards.
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Certifications:

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Other relevant API or cloud certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud APIM implementations.
  • Familiarity with other APIM platforms (e.g., Apigee, AWS API Gateway, MuleSoft) in addition to Azure APIM.
  • Background in microservices architecture and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Architecture & Design: Lead the design and architecture of enterprise-grade API Management solutions, with a focus on Azure APIM, ensuring scalability, security, and performance optimization.

Implementation: Oversee end-to-end implementation of APIM platforms, including API gateways, policies, security configurations, and developer portals, tailored to enterprise needs.

Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring best practices in API design, development, and governance.

Integration: Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate APIM solutions with existing systems, such as Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus), identity providers (e.g., Azure AD), and third-party applications.

Security & Compliance: Implement robust security measures, including OAuth 2.0, JWT validation, rate limiting, and threat protection, while ensuring compliance with enterprise standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Policy Management: Define and manage API policies for authentication, authorization, transformation, caching, and monitoring within Azure APIM.
Monitoring & Optimization: Set up and maintain monitoring, logging, and analytics using tools like Azure Monitor, Application Insights, or equivalent to ensure API performance and reliability.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, architects, DevOps teams, and developers to align API strategies with business goals and technical requirements.

Documentation & Training: Create comprehensive documentation for APIM solutions and provide training to internal teams on API usage and management.

Troubleshooting: Act as the escalation point for complex APIM-related issues, driving root cause analysis and resolution

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders. 

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.

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