Datapower, Apic Adminstartor

Who We Are

Kyndryl is a market leader that thinks and acts like a start-up. We design, build, manage, and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers, and our communities.

The Role

As an IBM DataPower and API Connect Administrator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our API infrastructure, enabling seamless communication between various systems.

**Responsibilities**:

- Install, configure, and maintain IBM DataPower appliances and API Connect infrastructure in a clustered environment, ensuring high availability and load balancing for APIs.
- Collaborate with development teams to design and implement API policies and security configurations on DataPower and API Connect to protect sensitive data and enforce API governance.
- Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to DataPower, API Connect, API traffic, and overall system health.
- Manage and maintain SSL certificates, cryptographic objects, and security configurations on DataPower devices and API Connect gateway.
- Work closely with network and security teams to integrate DataPower appliances and API Connect into the existing infrastructure and enforce security best practices.
- Assist in capacity planning and scalability efforts to accommodate future API growth and traffic demands.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to DataPower configurations, API Connect configurations, API policies, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical production issues related to DataPower and API Connect.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an IBM DataPower Administrator with expertise in managing and configuring DataPower appliances.
- Solid understanding of API concepts, protocols, and RESTful principles.
- Experience in designing and developing APIs using IBM API Connect or similar API management platforms.
- Hands-on experience with XML, JSON, Web Services, and SOAP protocols.
- Familiarity with API security standards such as OAuth, JWT, SSL, and API key management.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python) to automate tasks and implement monitoring solutions.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues in a timely manner.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- IBM DataPower and API Connect certifications are a plus.

Who You Are
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven hands-on experience as an IBM DataPower Administrator and APIC Connect with expertise in managing and configuring DataPower appliances in a production environment.
- Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and implementing APIs using IBM API Connect or similar API management platforms.
- Strong understanding of API concepts, protocols, and RESTful principles.
- Familiarity with API security standards such as OAuth, JWT, SSL, and API key management.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python) to automate tasks and implement monitoring solutions for DataPower and API Connect.
- Knowledge of XML, JSON, Web Services, and SOAP protocols.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with development teams to design and implement API policies and security configurations.
- Experience in integrating APIs with various backend systems and databases.
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture and best practices for API design.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment of APIs.
- Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues in a timely manner.
- Ability to manage SSL certificates, cryptographic objects, and security configurations on DataPower devices and API Connect gateway.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, network, and security teams.
- Capacity planning and scalability expertise to accommodate future API growth and traffic demands.
- Experience in creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation related to DataPower configurations, API Connect configurations, API policies, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical production issues related to DataPower and API Connect.
- IBM DataPower and API Connect certifications are a plus, demonstrating expertise and proficiency in these technologies.

Being You

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