Our direct client is looking for Azure API Management Specialist/SME to facilitate the design, development, deployment, and management of Azure-based solutions tailored the State’s requirements, policies, and standards.
Duration: – 12 months
Loc:- Remote but min 4 hours meeting (MS team video call) every day.
Duration: – 12 months with extension
Sample Tasks
Systems design documentation, recommended roadmap, estimated costs, and phased timeline for completion
Develop and implement APIs in a to-be-established Azure ecosystem for the MinnesotaWorks.net replacement solution, connecting the vendor managed front-end to the MNIT managed back-end
Set up Azure API Management processes and policies for security, performance optimization and monitoring API usage
Configure API gateways
Conduct performance testing and propose continuous improvement
Ensure the application is fully ADA accessible and meets WCAG 2.1 standards.
Perform knowledge sharing/transfer with embedded MNIT/DEED staff and partners.
Write or Supply product technical architecture documentation.
Provide knowledge transfer.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Outcomes of Tasks
One easy-to-use website that can help Minnesota job seekers find jobs
Enhanced CareerForceMN.com website for the user experience with the CareerForce system that helps Minnesotans find the resources that can help them overcome barriers to employment
Fulfill regulatory requirements for providing a labor exchange and reporting on Wagner-Peyser customers
Desired Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
3 years experience with Azure API management
3 years experience developing RESTful APIs
3 years experience with .NET application development using SQL Server database(s)
5 years of C# experience
Experience with implementing API management solutions, and other needed services, that adhere to policies and standards for security while also monitoring and optimizing API use and performance
Experience developing and scaling Azure API solutions from the ground up – including integrations with systems to deployments via Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Possesses strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and effective collaboration and knowledge transfer abilities.
Experience replacing and modernizing legacy systems
Experience integrating with legacy systems
