API Architect

8+ years in software/solution architecture, with 4+ years focused on API design and integrationStrong knowledge of REST, GraphQL, microservices architecture, and event-driven systemsHands-on experience with API management tools (Apigee, Kong, MuleSoft, Azure APIM, AWS API Gateway)Proficiency in security protocols: OAuth2, OpenID Connect, JWT, API key managementExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelinesStrong understanding of enterprise integration patterns and SOA principlesExcellent stakeholder communication and technical documentation skills