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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director Enterprise API Standards amp Governance - **Company:** Humana Inc. - **Location:** Jersey City, NJ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Information Systems, Information Security Management, Cloud Services, System Software, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, Api Design, Api Management - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.employmentcrossing.com/job/id-1bc844d51a4d60ac8523c074eea93d27 ## About the Role 8 years of experience in enterprise software engineering leadership roles at leading-edge companies BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a similar field required MS or higher in an engineering discipline is preferred Experience defining technology standards and building frameworks for adoption and governance Experience with cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure Experience with cloud environments, cloud services, and platform software Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and building-trusting relationships with stakeholders Experience working with mission critical systems is preferred Ability to apply the principles of analytical and critical thinking skills and other professional practices to diagnose or define problems, collect data and solve abstract problems with widespread unit or organizational impact Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative and agile environment Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language Prior management or team leadership experience ## Description Director, Enterprise API Standards and Governance is a pivotal role in leading the technology transformation efforts focused on defining and managing the API architecture, standards and governance through the entire Enterprise API lifecycle. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Articulate and evangelize Enterprise API architecture and patterns including any interim/transition states Lead creation of standard solution architecture patterns for Enterprise API consumers/providers Partner with Enterprise API Product Management to co-create and manage an enterprise catalog of APIs Define and evangelize API discovery, design, development and operationalization standards Set-up and lead a governance program to streamline all aspects of Enterprise API lifecycle management Co-create Enterprise API provisioning and consumption security standards with Enterprise Information Security Represents Enterprise API and Integration function in technology review forums Work closely with Enterprise API Engineering to deliver shared/platform capabilities that enable federated Enterprise API development Lead and coach others towards enablement of contemporary engineering and agile practices Drive improvements in the velocity, scale, and sophistication of engineering solutions ## Related Videos - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023)