API Designer

540 is looking for an API Designer and overall Guru to help leadership in the Pentagon improve visibility through data analytics platform development. We are looking for a startup-minded individual to work with and understand client requirements and define appropriate and scalable technical architecture, approach and API design.

On this project, you will be supporting the implementation of an API-centric data platform that collects data via reporting requirements and policy for Pentagon leadership and Congress. Other than the facilitation of reporting workflows and data security and access, our client wants to design and implement a system that unlocks all collected data for analysis through a variety of micro web apps (powered by reusable APIs) that can be built quickly and maintained/deployed easily. There should also be the ability for discovery and orchestration with other relevant data sources to provide more value to the analyst community… dare we say data science.

This role’s preferred location is in the DC area with occasional office and/or client meetings.

WHY 540?

540 is a forward-thinking company that the government turns to in order to #GetShitDone. We do more than talk about it, we break down barriers to innovation and build impactful tech. We’re looking for someone with big ideas, who thrives on innovation and is a self-starter. If you love to learn about and work with new technologies, we want to talk to you.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proficient in API design, building and consumption (REST) 
• Understanding and experience with some or all of the following frameworks and tools: Java, Spring, JavaScript, Angular, MongoDB, SQL, Elasticsearch, etc.
• Experience with Agile projects and development
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira
• Ability to define and document technical requirements based on a set of functional requirements provided by the government 
• Ability to identify performance issues at the app, API and data tiers and offer solutions for improvement
• Ability to define, create, and execute API integration tests
• Understanding of various methods of authentication via APIs (PKI, OAuth, etc) and authorization (LDAP, SAML, etc) 
• Understanding of HTTP and TLS/SSL 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently (as if on an island) with clients, but also be a consummate team player
• Must have or be able to get a Secret level security clearance

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience deploying applications in DoD or other accredited federal environments that require IA certification and accreditation to deploy. 
• Experience with securing sensitive data (including security marking standards such as DoD Banner Lines or ISM) 
• Ability to rapidly code proof of concepts to help with analysis of alternatives (should be a person who can code in mixed environments) and prove out ideas
• Understanding of high availability and scalability techniques at the app, API, and data tiers including concepts such as sharding. 
• Experience with an API Gateway (such as Apigee, etc) 
• Experience with Splunk

BENEFITS

• 100% covered health, dental and vision premium for employees, optional dependent coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with employer match
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability coverage
• Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
• Paid parking or transit expenses

PERKS

• Home Office allowance
• Monthly technology stipend
• Fully loaded Macbook Pro
• Paid AWS Developer account
• Reimbursement for trainings / certifications
• Stocked kitchen with nitro cold brew kegs on tap  
• Fitness Center onsite
• Referral Bonus - good people know good people
• Ongoing Social Events (including, but not limited to annual hackathons, Taste of 540, holiday party, annual charity golf tournament, so much more…)
• Access to 540’s Washington Capitals Tickets

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)

540's policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.