API Development Engineer II

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
DISH is seeking a Java API Software Engineer who will be responsible for managing the entire life-cycle of APIs, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. You will work with various application teams to understand their business needs and requirements for API implementation. In addition, you will ensure that API documentation is up-to-date and lead development reviews to ensure that code and design quality is maintained. You will also troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the API platform, participate in root cause analysis for production issues, and contribute to grooming technical user stories impacting integration. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Java API Software Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure API solutions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable, secure API specifications using OpenAPI/YAML.
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for API deployment and lifecycle support.
• Collaborate with application teams to gather requirements and implement business-driven API solutions.
• Maintain accurate API documentation and ensure quality through code reviews, monitoring, and security standards.
• Troubleshoot API-related issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive solutions.
• Contribute to technical story grooming and integration efforts using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, DynamoDB, and third-party services (e.g., Subsentio, Smarty Streets, Likewize, Wavelo).

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in the technical field, or a combination of experience and education
• 3+ years of experience in the development, and implementation of enterprise-wide solutions based on Java Technologies
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with design, development, and implementation of Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Integration, or Node.js-based Microservices

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills with experience collaborating across global technical teams.
• Proficient in Agile methodologies (Kanban, SCRUM) and test-driven development using tools like GitLab and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experienced in deploying microservices (Spring Boot, Node.js) using Docker and Kubernetes on AWS, including services like Lambda and Step Functions.
• Skilled in API development and management with tools like Swagger/Swagger Hub, Apigee, and integration of REST APIs with third-party services (Subsentio, Smarty Streets, Likewize, Wavelo).
• Deep understanding of security protocols (OAuth, SAML), governance, caching, and event-driven/message-based architectures using Kafka (Confluent/Apache).
• Hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, DynamoDB, and managing scalable systems critical to product ordering and inventory operations.

Salary Ranges
Compensation: $72,400.00/Year - $103,400.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.