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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Developer - **Company:** First Horizon National Corporation - **Location:** United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Application Performance Management, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Online Banking, JSON, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, SQL Azure, Node.Js, OAuth, Open Web Application Security, Role-Based Access Control, Openid Connect, Azure Active Directory, Swagger, JSON Web Token, Runbook, Secure Coding, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), SQL Databases, TypeScript, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Openapi, Postman, GitHub Copilot, Flask (Web Framework), Spring-boot, Git, Fastapi, Pytest, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Api Design, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Dynatrace, Docker, Artifactory, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6d2c16a1-18ad-4ce8-bc93-d9906c43d1ac ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * Foundational understanding of REST APIs, JSON, and OpenAPI/Swagger; familiarity with SOAP/XML is a plus. * Familiarity with at least one programming language: Java (Spring Boot), Python (FastAPI/Flask), or JavaScript/TypeScript (Node.js/Express). * Basic exposure to SQL and relational database concepts; familiarity with Azure SQL Database is a plus. * Version control experience with Git (branching, pull requests, code reviews). * Exposure to CI/CD concepts. * Basic understanding of cloud concepts (resource groups, regions, subscriptions, RBAC, tagging) and willingness to learn Microsoft Azure services relevant to API development. * Awareness of common identity and security practices (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT), secure secrets management (Azure Key Vault), and least-privilege principles. * Interest in financial technologies, with an understanding that work must align to data privacy, security, and regulatory expectations in banking. * Ability to approach challenges logically and develop practical solutions; strong written and verbal communication skills. * Keen attention to detail in coding, testing, and documentation; willingness to learn from experienced colleagues and be open to feedback. Nice-to-haves (optional) * Exposure to containerization (Docker) and basic Kubernetes concepts (AKS). * Familiarity with messaging/event services and asynchronous integration patterns. * Experience with unit testing (JUnit, pytest, Jest) and API testing tools (Postman). * Exposure to AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Windsurf, GitHub Copilot, Azure DevOps Copilot, Tabnine) and an understanding of responsible use in regulated environments, including not sharing sensitive or client data in prompts and validating generated code for security, licensing, and quality. * Awareness of OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices relevant to APIs. * Experience with API performance concepts (caching, throttling, retries) and resilience patterns. ## Description In this role as a developer, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of APIs, support integration projects, and collaborate with cross-functional associates to deliver innovative solutions for our clients in the financial industry. Ideal candidates possess a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, have a foundational understanding of modern API development, and are familiar with programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript. Curiosity, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a willingness to learn cloud-native practices on Microsoft Azure are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in open banking while working on secure, scalable solutions in a regulated environment., * Assist in designing, coding, and testing RESTful APIs and microservices, including documenting APIs using OpenAPI/Swagger. * Support API onboarding and lifecycle management. * Help deploy and run services on Azure and learn containerization basics with Docker and Artifactory; exposure to AKS is a plus but not required for Jr level. * Contribute to observability by instrumenting Dynatrace, setting up dashboards and alerts. * Follow secure coding practices and assist with identity and access using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), OAuth 2.0/OpenID Connect, Managed Identities, and role-based access control (RBAC). * Collaborate with product managers, senior developers, QA testers, and platform engineers; participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute ideas and solutions. * Assist in creating and maintaining clear API documentation, runbooks, and technical specifications. * Conduct initial unit and integration testing; partner with QA to develop and execute test cases for API functionality and non-functional requirements (security, performance). * Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for production APIs and integrations; monitor, triage, escalate, and communicate incidents to ensure fast, safe recovery for client-impacting issues. * Help with operational tasks (triage, incident notes, post-incident reviews) and learn cost awareness practices (tagging, budgets) on Azure. * Stay informed about trends in API, open banking, and cloud-native development, and seek opportunities to improve reliability, security, and performance. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Delay the AI Overlords: How OAuth and OpenFGA Can Keep Your AI Agents from Going Rogue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1637-delay-the-ai-overlords-how-oauth-and-openfga-can-keep-your-ai-agents-from-going-rogue) ## Related Articles - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)