API Standards Developer (Software Developer 3-4, Mid/Senior-Level)

At UNCOMN, we don’t just fix issues; we deliver secure solutions that power essential operations in both the public and private sectors. Our team tackles tough challenges—whether it’s improving organizational systems, streamlining logistics, or making sense of complex data—all with one goal: helping our clients succeed so they can continue serving others.

We’ve built a culture rooted in our Core Values, where innovation thrives, work-life balance is respected, and career growth is always encouraged. We're also proud to be recognized as a ‘Top Workplace,’ and that’s not just us talking; it’s our employees. Now, we’re looking for another Uncommon Genius to join our dynamic team. If you love solving puzzles, building new things, fixing what’s broken, or pushing the boundaries of creativity, we encourage you to explore the details of this position below!

UNCOMN is seeking an API Standards Developer (Software Developer 3-4, Mid/Senior-Level) to:

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the War Data Platform (WDP) API Technical Standards Framework.
• Establish authoritative standards for API design, development, and governance across the platform, including RESTful design patterns, API security standards, versioning governance, and lifecycle management procedures.
• Coordinate with the Zero Trust Architect on API security architecture integration, with the Solutions Architect on API interface definitions, and with the Data Architect on data exchange standards.
• Maintain the API standards framework in the enterprise architecture (EA) baseline and prepare API governance Architecture Review Board (ARB) packages.
• Support and maintain Government Cloud services in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with teams to deploy containerization solutions and enhance cloud architecture.
• Continuously learn and stay updated on the latest cloud products, services, and best practices to improve systems and solutions.
• Contingent upon contract award.

This position description outlines the core duties for this role, but it is not all-inclusive. Responsibilities may shift based on contract requirements, mission needs, or organizational objectives.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in API architecture, integration architecture, or software engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in RESTful API design, OpenAPI specification, API security (OAuth 2.0, JWT), and API gateway platforms.
• Experience developing API governance frameworks and ZTA-aligned API security standards in a DoD environment.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance, granted by the US Government as needed, which requires US citizenship. The government also uses 13 adjudicative guidelines to determine an individual's eligibility.
• Must be comfortable working onsite full-time at the Pentagon's CDAO facility, or at a designated partner facility within the local area, pending final site establishment.
• Must be comfortable meeting DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF)/8140 requirement for Software Developer (621), obtaining professional certifications or completing additional training, as needed.

Preferred

• Active DoD secret clearance or higher.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as AWS API Gateway Specialty, MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect, TOGAF 9 Foundation, or CompTIA Security+.

Why UNCOMN?

• Instant Flexible PTO: Enjoy flexible paid time off starting your very first day with us!
• Generous Holidays: Benefit from 7 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays annually.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Get access to comprehensive health benefits from day one.
• 401K Safe Harbor Match: Secure your future with our top-tier 401K matching program.
• Performance Bonus: Stand out and you could earn an annual performance bonus.
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with our training and education assistance programs.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access complimentary support services for you and your family.

Note: Benefits apply to full-time employees only.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We’re dedicated to building an uncommon, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.