API Engineer

To become an API Engineer at Vic.ai, you typically need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, along with at least 2 years of commercial software development experience. Proficiency in Elixir programming and a strong understanding of API design in REST and GraphQL are also important.

As an API Engineer at Vic.ai, you will work on designing, developing, and maintaining APIs that support our cutting-edge AI-driven platform. You will collaborate with product and engineering teams to create efficient data flows and ensure successful API integrations with financial ERP platforms.

For the API Engineer role at Vic.ai, you should possess strong proficiency in Elixir, a solid understanding of relational databases like PostgreSQL, and familiarity with iPaaS platforms like Boomi and Workato. Experience in Linux environments and knowledge of concurrent programming are also valuable.

Vic.ai fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment for API Engineers. You'll work within a supportive team that values open communication, offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, and encourages a culture where your authentic self can thrive.

API Engineers at Vic.ai enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, stock options, fully-covered health insurance for employees and their families, a wellness stipend, generous maternity and paternity leave, and flexible remote work options.

At Vic.ai, we emphasize best practices in coding, including well-monitored and tested APIs, efficient data integration solutions, and rigorous testing protocols. We also encourage teams to stay updated on the latest trends in API development and cloud architecture.

Vic.ai is committed to the professional development of its API Engineers through mentorship, access to training resources, regular team-building events, and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about innovation and technology.

When answering this question, discuss any relevant projects where you utilized Elixir, highlighting specific aspects such as performance tuning and how you designed high-performance APIs. Share your thought process and the challenges faced during these projects.

Communicate your understanding of best practices in API development, including automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment strategies. Mention specific tools or frameworks you've used to enhance API reliability in your previous roles.

Detail your strategies for optimizing API performance, such as analyzing response times, identifying bottlenecks, and employing techniques like caching and load balancing. Provide examples of how these strategies benefited previous projects.

Share a specific instance involving a complex API issue, detailing your troubleshooting steps, how you identified the root cause, and what solutions you implemented to resolve the problem. Emphasize teamwork and collaboration if applicable.

Discuss your familiarity with both REST and GraphQL API design, comparing their benefits and use cases. Include examples of projects where you applied each methodology, underlining what you learned from those experiences.

Explain your approach to integrating with third-party APIs, including how you ensure data accuracy, handle discrepancies, and maintain security. Highlight any tools or libraries you’ve used to facilitate these integrations.

Share your strategies for staying updated, such as following industry blogs, participating in developer communities, attending conferences, or taking relevant online courses. Demonstrate your commitment to lifelong learning in technology.

Discuss different testing methodologies you've employed, such as unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Highlight the tools you’ve used to implement automated testing and how this has improved the quality of your APIs.

Describe how you value feedback from various stakeholders, including developers, product managers, and users. Explain how this feedback influences the API design and iteration process to align with user needs and expectations.

Emphasize the crucial role of documentation in API development, explaining how it aids in onboarding new team members and serves as a reference for users. Discuss how you approach creating clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation.