Apigee Expert- Ryiadh, KSA

We're looking for Google Apigee Cloud Expert with over 5 years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and managing API solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting secure, scalable, and high-performing API ecosystems using Apigee, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enable seamless digital transformation.Key Responsibilities :API Design & Development: Architect, design, and implement APIs using Apigee Edge/Apigee X, ensuring scalability and maintainabilityAPI Gateway Management: Configure, deploy, and manage API proxies, policies, and traffic flowsSecurity & Compliance: Implement OAuth, JWT, API keys, and other authentication/authorization mechanisms to secure APIsPerformance Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and optimize API performance, latency, and throughputIntegration: Connect APIs with backend services, microservices, and third-party applicationsMonitoring & Analytics: Utilize Apigee analytics and logging tools to track API usage, detect anomalies, and improve reliabilityCollaboration: Work closely with developers, architects, and DevOps teams to align API strategies with business goalsDocumentation & Best Practices: Maintain clear API documentation, enforce governance, and promote API-first cultureRequirementsExperience: 5+ years of professional experience in API management, with at least 3 years focused on ApigeeTechnical Expertise: Strong knowledge of REST, SOAP, GraphQL, JSON, XML, and microservices architectureCloud Knowledge: Proficiency in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services such as Cloud Functions, Pub/Sub, BigQuery, and Kubernetes (GKE)Security: Deep understanding of API security standards, identity management, and compliance frameworksDevOps & CI/CD: Hands-on experience with Jenkins, Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines for API deploymentProblem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with ability to resolve complex API issuesCommunication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across teams and stakeholders