Apigee Developer

## Who we are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture ## About this Role We are seeking an experienced API Developer with hands-on expertise in Apigee Edge, Apigee Hybrid, or Apigee X to design, develop, and deploy secure, scalable, and high-performing API solutions. This role is ideal for individuals with 4-5 years of experience in API development, API security, and integration technologies who are passionate about delivering reliable digital services through modern API management platforms. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders in an Agile environment while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence. ## What you’ll do * Develop, maintain, and enhance API proxies on the Apigee platform (Apigee Edge, Hybrid, or X). * Design, develop, deploy, and support RESTful and SOAP APIs. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure API solutions meet functional and business requirements. * Implement and manage API policies for security, traffic management, throttling, and caching. * Create and maintain API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger specifications. * Configure and support security mechanisms including OAuth2, JWT, API Key, and SAML. * Ensure compliance with security standards and industry best practices to safeguard applications and data. * Develop custom policies and integrations using JavaScript, Python, or Java callouts. * Diagnose and resolve API performance issues, latency concerns, errors, and vulnerabilities. * Contribute to Agile delivery practices and support quality-focused development. * Support CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions. * Promote engineering best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning within the team. ## Who you are * 4-5 years of experience in API development and API management. * Proven hands-on experience with Apigee platforms and API security implementation. * Experience designing, deploying, and integrating RESTful and SOAP APIs with backend systems. * Strong understanding of API versioning, web services, JSON, and XML data formats. * Proficiency in creating and managing API proxies, shared flows, policies, and customisations within Apigee. * Good understanding of security, traffic management, and caching policies. * Familiarity with OpenAPI and Swagger specifications. * Expertise in implementing OAuth2, JWT, API Key, and SAML-based security solutions. * Experience working within Agile environments; knowledge of SAFe is advantageous. * Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence. * Knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions. * Experience with at least one relevant programming language, such as Java, Python, or Node.js. * Understanding of API performance optimisation, monitoring, DevOps practices, and automation. * Ability to produce high-quality, maintainable code and collaborate effectively within diverse teams. ## Not a perfect fit? Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. ## What's in it for you * Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale API platforms supporting global digital services. * Exposure to modern API management technologies and industry-leading security practices. * Collaboration with cross-functional technology teams in an Agile delivery environment. * Hands-on involvement in CI/CD, automation, and DevOps-aligned ways of working. * A culture that promotes continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence. ## What skills you will learn * Advanced API lifecycle management using Apigee Edge, Hybrid, and X. * Enterprise API security implementation and governance. * API performance tuning, monitoring, and optimisation techniques. * CI/CD automation for API deployments using Jenkins and GitHub Actions. * Agile and SAFe delivery methodologies. * Cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, and solution delivery at scale. ## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. ## Join Us At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference. ## Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA ## Follow us on social media * Advanced API lifecycle management using Apigee Edge, Hybrid, and X. * Enterprise API security implementation and governance. * API performance tuning, monitoring, and optimisation techniques. * CI/CD automation for API deployments using Jenkins and GitHub Actions. * Agile and SAFe delivery methodologies. * Cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, and solution delivery at scale.