API Platform Engineer

Agreement type: Full-time remote position, 40 hours weekly,Contractor agreement with Mission.This position follows the standard Saudi work week, from Sunday through Thursday, and requires full-time overlap with Saudi business hours.Our company descriptionMission.dev is the next-gen staffing platform for software talent.We help you find, evaluate, and manage top software talent (contractors or direct hires) faster, smarter, and more efficiently.Powered by AI. Backed by real humans.About the ClientA technology firm based in the Middle East specializes in building and operating national-scale digital products and data services.As a subsidiary of a major social insurance organization, the company provides verification services, business intelligence, and digital platforms for both public and private sectors.The environment is product-led and delivery-focused, managing high-impact systems where security, reliability, and performance are critical for supporting a regional digital economy.About the RoleAs a Senior API Platform Engineer, you will own the implementation, administration, and optimization of the organization's API infrastructure. This role is central to ensuring the security and reliability of high-scale data services that support national-level digital platforms. You will manage the entire API lifecycle and enforce robust security protocols. By overseeing complex gateway solutions and automation pipelines, you will directly impact the scalability of products used by public and private entities across the regional economy.What You'll DoImplement and manage enterprise-grade API gateway solutions to ensure high availability and performance.Oversee the full API lifecycle management process from design and deployment to decommissioning.Secure API communications using OAuth 2.0, OIDC, mTLS, and advanced certificate management.Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform issues within Linux and Kubernetes environments.Automate deployment processes by integrating API management tools into CI/CD pipelines.Monitor API performance and health metrics to maintain service reliability.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize API security and governance across digital products.What You BringSignificant experience with API gateway implementation and administration (e.g., Apigee, APISix, or WSO2).Advanced technical knowledge of API security protocols, including OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and mTLS.Proven expertise in API lifecycle management and certificate management.Strong proficiency in Linux administration and Kubernetes orchestration.Hands-on experience with CI/CD integration and API monitoring tools.Nice to HavesExperience managing high-traffic API environments for financial or government services.Familiarity with automated testing frameworks for API security.