Software Engineer - API Management

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Date posted : 13 / 06 /

Who you are

If IKEA values resonate with your beliefs and technology sparks your curiosity, you are the coworker we seek!

IKEA is not just a place of work but much more beyond that. At IKEA we start our day with a common vision to create a better everyday life for many people. At IKEA, we positively impact people and the planet while building a rewarding career. At IKEA we grow and help others grow because we believe in togetherness.

Who you are...!!

You thrive on embracing change and are enthusiastic about continuous learning. You are passionate about crafting innovative software solutions that drive real-world impact. An inclusive and accepting work environment motivates you. You do not fear making mistakes but fear not learning from them. You dare to think differently, and you care about doing your part to positively impact this beautiful world. Curiosity drives you!

What makes you a good fit for this job...!!

You are a passionate engineer with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in software engineering.

You have a strong background in API development, a deep understanding of modern API design principles, and experience with API gateway technologies.

You have Proficiency in Node.js / TypeScript and Object-oriented programming.

You have experience with standard JavaScript libraries and frameworks.

You have a strong understanding of CI / CD pipelines and experience with tools like Github Actions.

You know about Git version control and best practices for branching, merging, and code review.

You have experience with microservices architecture and designing scalable, modular applications.

You are familiar with OpenAPI 3 for documenting and designing RESTful APIs.

You have a deep understanding of web security principles and common vulnerabilities

You have worked with SQL and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.

You have Experience with Docker and building containerised applications.

You have valuable experience with cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform (GCP), particularly GCP Cloud Run, for deploying containerised applications.

You have a knowledge of web security best practices, including encryption, authentication, and authorisation mechanisms.

You are familiar with secret management tools like HashiCorp Vault.

You are passionate about writing clean and testable codes.

You have a good understanding and experience with Agile practices (Pairing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery).

Bonus Skills :

Familiarity with GraphQL for building efficient APIs.

Knowledge of serverless computing.

Understanding of DevOps practices and experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform.

Experience with front-end technologies such as React.

A day in your life with us

As Software Engineer, your primary responsibilities will include :

Being accountable for delivering quality software quickly, reliably, and safely to production and understanding the customer impact and experience of your contribution.

Working in agile teams and across capability areas, contributing to developing and maintaining products and solutions, and putting community practices at the core of your delivery.

Applying and adhering to best software engineering practices (e.g., DRY principles, TDD and BDD, continuous integration, automated tests, pair programming, code reviews) within an agile / iterative development approach.

Providing support and guidance to other developers within the development team, encouraging good practices, and creating an environment based on psychological safety.

Contributing to the continuous development of standards against which software development should occur and exploring and introducing new technologies and tools to boost innovation and development productivity.

Working closely with other software engineers and cross functions to produce all required design specifications and ensure that digital solutions work together and fulfil business needs.

About this work area

API Gateway is the pillar and future of our digital infrastructure. We are an SL1 platform (as a product) and offer our users the choice of a managed service or a self-hosted API gateway. Provider API is a Microservice written in NodeJS that facilitates all API and subscription management tasks. We are seeking a skilled individual passionate about building scalable and secure API solutions that empower our organisation to deliver exceptional customer experiences. As a member of our API Gateway Team, you will play a critical role in maintaining the backbone of our digital ecosystem. By ensuring seamless integration with our various systems and services, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our technology landscape.

We want to hear from you if you're excited about solving complex technical challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in a fast-paced environment. Join us and be part of a team that's revolutionising how we connect and interact with our digital platforms. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with us!