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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # API Integration Specialist - **Company:** Cathay Bank - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $77,002.0 - $90,002.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** RESTful API Modeling Language, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Middleware, Cryptographic Protocols, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Anypoint Studio, Swagger, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Management of Software Versions, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Openapi, Cloud Platform System, Postman, Software Security, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, Api Design, Software Version Control, Api Management, Mulesoft, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59070133-api-integration-specialist ## About the Role * BS / MS in computer science, software engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not required. Experience: * 2+ years of experience in API development or systems integration experience required. * Hands-on experience with MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, including API Manager and Exchange. * Proficient in creating API specifications and documentation using RAML or Swagger/Open API/Postman. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, API versioning, and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Azure DevOps) is a plus. Skills/Ability: * The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple integration projects simultaneously. * Understanding of API security principles and encryption protocols. * Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript) is a plus. * Ability to follow technical instructions and contribute to documentation. * Eagerness for learning new tools, technologies, and integration patterns. * Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and XML. * Strong problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn. * A passion for staying on top of technology trends to keep up with emerging technologies. * Proficiency in software development methodology and release process. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal., about 2 hours ago ## Description This position will be responsible for integrating and maintaining APIs that support various platforms including internally or externally hosted applications, web, and third-party services. This position will have a key role in ensuring seamless data exchange between internal applications and third-party services with an emphasis on optimizing API performance for reliability and scalability. This position is ideal for a technical professional with hands-on experience integrating off-the-shelf applications and a deep understanding of APIs and middleware platforms, such as MuleSoft, to enable seamless data and system connectivity across the enterprise., * Design, implement, and manage API integrations between third-party/off-the-shelf applications and internal applications using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. * Build and configure connections to various data sources, internal applications, and cloud-based platforms via APIs. * Collaborate with front-end users, API owners, and other IT Teams to understand integration requirements and translate them into scalable solutions. * Support lifecycle development including analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment. * Monitor API performance, logs, and error handling to ensure system reliability. * Adhere to the Bank's procedures and ensure development and deployment align to internal Change Management policies. * Ensure APIs meet security, compliance, and regulatory standards. * Create technical documentation that provides details on how the systems are in support of business processes and meet audit standards. * Optimize APIs for performance, scalability, and maintainability. * Learn and apply best practices in API security and authentication. * Analyze, interpret, and efficiently apply changes to existing code. * Utilize Azure DevOps for API deployment, version control, and CI/CD support., Cathay Bank may collect personal information from potential job candidates and applicants. 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