Principal Software Engineer (API, Integration, AI)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (API, Integration, AI): Designing and implementing enterprise-wide API strategies, scalable platforms, and robust third-party integrations with an accent on modernizing legacy systems and leveraging AI-powered development tools. Focus on defining long-term API architecture, mentoring engineers, and fostering API-first thinking across the organization.

Location: Onsite in Westlake, Texas

Company

hirify.global is an equal employment opportunity employer focused on transportation and logistics solutions.

What you will do

• Design and implement enterprise-wide API strategy, platforms, and integration frameworks.
• Develop robust integrations with third-party systems and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Leverage AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to accelerate API and integration development.
• Define long-term API strategy and integration architecture across the organization.
• Mentor engineers on API design patterns, integration best practices, and microservices architecture.
• Lead technical deep dives into integration failures, performance bottlenecks, and scalability issues.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience with focus on APIs and integrations.
• 2+ years in a technical leadership position.
• Extensive experience with third-party system integrations and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Expert-level proficiency in RESTful API design and implementation.
• Expert-level proficiency in backend development (Java, C#/.NET, Python, or Node.js).
• Strong hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), Docker, and Kubernetes.

Nice to have

• Experience with serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).
• Knowledge of API monetization and partner management.
• Familiarity with real-time communication protocols (WebSockets, Server-Sent Events).

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to equal employment opportunity.
• Collaborative environment with a focus on technical leadership and mentorship.
• Emphasis on API-first thinking and integration automation.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge integration tooling and AI-assisted development.
• Focus on simplifying complex integration processes and shipping working solutions.
• Customer-centric mindset when designing APIs.