APIC Integration Contract

Role Profile / Job Description
Position: Senior Developer – APIC
Location: Abu Dhabi, Onsite 

Duration: 6 months extendable 
 

Role Purpose

The Senior Developer will play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing API solutions using IBM API Connect and related technologies. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on development expertise in a banking or financial services environment, with a deep understanding of SOA methodologies and integration best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Industry & Domain Expertise

   • Experience in Banking/Financial Services.

   • Knowledge of SOA delivery methodology and best practices.

   • Familiarity with banking service standards such as ISO8583, IFX, ISO20022, SWIFT, and Open Bank Project.

2. API & Service Design

   • Develop and implement APIs using IBM API Connect.

   • Ensure API scalability, security, and performance.

   • Build RESTful services using XML/JSON.

   • Work with security protocols like OAuth, JWT, and OpenID Connect.

   • Manage full API lifecycle and maintain API documentation.

   • Troubleshoot and support API-related issues.

   • Work with IBM DataPower and implement integration patterns.

3. SOA Implementation & Architecture

   • Deliver services in multi-tier and SOA architecture.

   • Create HLD and LLD documentation.

   • Prepare technical design documents across multiple projects.

   • Contribute to SOA best practices and strategic implementation.

4. Technical Development

   • IBM DataPower, API Connect, ODM, and ACE (IIB v10.x / v11)

   • ESQL and Java development

   • Oracle / SQL DB development

   • MQ tasks and scripting on Linux

   • Integration protocols: SFTP, TCP/IP, MQ, JMS, HTTPS, WS, REST

   • Performance tuning, security standards, and testing (SOAPUI, RPT, RFT, LoadRunner, Postman)

   • Unit testing and documentation

5. Project Support

   • Understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

   • Prepare IARs and support UAT including documentation.

   • Track, resolve, and report incidents.

   • Adhere to delivery timelines and standards.

   • Provide support during go-live and post-go-live phases.

   • Participate in Disaster Recovery (DR) testing and documentation.

Key Metrics

Not Applicable – Revenue, Expenses, Assets, Headcount, Branches, ATMs, Direct Reports

Key Accountabilities

Operational Support

• Provide Level 3 support for SOA solutions during post-go-live care.

• Ensure timely troubleshooting and adherence to SLAs.

• Execute assigned tasks within agreed timelines.

Communication

• Attend team and stakeholder meetings.

• Respond promptly to tasks and communications.

• Share regular status updates.

Documentation & Ownership

• Maintain documentation related to assigned tasks.

• Update shared documents and notify owners of required changes.

Behavioral Competencies (Rated 1–5)

CompetencyRating

Communication5

Adaptability3

Technical Knowledge5

Continuous Improvement3

Influencing2

Information Gathering4

Problem Solving5

Initiative & Change3

Planning & Implementation4

People Development3

Additional Attributes:

• Customer Focus, Integrity & Trust, Ethics, Decision Making, Ownership, Business Acumen — All rated at level 3.

Attendance & Conduct

• Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and punctuality.

• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

Information Security

• Maintain strict data security practices.

• Use appropriate access control and auditing tools.

• Report any risks or incidents immediately.

Strategic Ability

• Rated at level 3 for contributing to long-term planning and execution.

Specialist Skills & Certifications

• Certified in IIB v10 & MQ v9.1

• Hands-on experience with API Connect, DataPower

• Proficiency in J2EE, Oracle, and MS SQL

• Familiar with MQ Explorer, SOAP UI, RFUtils, WebSphere Registry

Experience Required

• 5–7 years of SOA development experience

• Minimum 2–4 years in a similar role within the banking/financial sector