Backend Developer - IBM API Connect (Open Banking)

CodeNinja

Job Overview

Location

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type

Contract

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Information Technology & Software

Experience Level

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Application Deadline

August 20, 2026

About the Company

CodeNinja is a dynamic full-stack AI and engineering delivery firm dedicated to empowering Saudi enterprises and government entities. We specialize in modernizing critical systems and operationalizing intelligence through innovative solutions. Our approach involves embedding expert engineering teams, establishing AI labs, and leveraging global capability centers to build sovereign AI systems and application infrastructure that clients fully own. We are deeply aligned with the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030. CodeNinja actively supports Saudi Arabia's priority sectors, including government digitization, energy, financial services, logistics, and healthcare. We are proud to be trusted by over 240 organizations across more than 15 industries throughout the region, driving technological advancement and digital transformation.

Job Description

CodeNinja is seeking a skilled Backend Developer to join our team and contribute to the development of Open Banking API infrastructure. This role is integral to modernizing financial systems and ensuring secure, scalable, and well-governed APIs that align with enterprise standards and digital transformation objectives.

In this position, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and publishing APIs on IBM API Connect (APIC), configuring API gateways and DataPower for optimal performance, and building robust RESTful APIs and microservices. You will also play a key role in optimizing API performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, automating build and deployment pipelines, and troubleshooting production issues.

This is a hands-on, on-site role requiring deep expertise in IBM API Connect and DataPower, with prior experience in banking or fintech delivery being highly advantageous. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge Open Banking infrastructure and be part of a forward-thinking engineering model.

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Required Skills

IBM API ConnectIBM DataPower GatewayJavaRESTful APIsMicroservices ArchitectureSQLOAuth 2.0JWTJSONXMLRESTSOAP

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and publish APIs on IBM API Connect (APIC) aligned with enterprise standards and security policies
Configure API gateways, policies, and DataPower for secure, high-performance API traffic management
Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to support integration and consumer requirements
Optimize API performance, reliability, and throughput across backend and integration layers
Collaborate with business, QA, and technical teams during requirement gathering, testing, and production deployments
Automate build, test, and deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools to ensure operational stability
Troubleshoot and resolve API, integration, and production issues across the backend stack
Prepare technical documentation, API specifications, and deployment runbooks for the platform

Qualifications

4-6 years of hands-on experience in API development and management
Strong hands-on expertise with IBM API Connect (APIC) and IBM DataPower Gateway
Proficiency in Java, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture
Experience with Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL databases and SQL
Working knowledge of OAuth 2.0, JWT, JSON/XML, and REST/SOAP integration
Prior experience delivering solutions within banking or financial services

Benefits & Perks

Work on Open Banking infrastructure for a fintech client at the forefront of digital transformation
Be part of CodeNinja's forward-deployed engineering model, recognized among Clutch's 100 fastest-growing technology companies of 2026
Direct exposure to Open Banking architecture and enterprise-scale API platforms
Competitive contract terms with extension potential

How to Apply

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The Saudi Arabian digital transformation landscape is rapidly evolving, with a strong emphasis on modernizing financial services through Open Banking initiatives. This role is crucial for developing and managing secure, scalable API infrastructure that underpins these advancements. You will leverage your expertise in IBM API Connect, DataPower, and microservices to build robust backend solutions. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and security of financial transactions, contributing significantly to the ROI of digital transformation projects and the scalability of enterprise-level financial platforms.