API Developer – 2-year contract

World Anti-Doping Agency

API Developer at WADA developing software solutions for doping-free sport initiatives. Leading API integration and ensuring security adherence with external stakeholders for complex web applications.

Posted 7/19/2026contractMontreal • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in API implementation and integration, with a strong focus on security practices and stakeholder communication. Proficient in translating technical requirements and providing clear documentation to support external stakeholders effectively.

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API IntegrationREST API DevelopmentSecure Coding PracticesSecurity AssessmentsStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

JavaScripting LanguagesSoftware DevelopmentSecurity Monitoring ToolsVulnerability ScanningPenetration TestingTroubleshootingTechnical DocumentationSoftware ArchitectureNetworking Concepts

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

MendixDevOps

Industry Keywords

Software EngineeringComputer ScienceStakeholder ManagementSecurity ControlsTechnical Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Java

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the implementation, integration, and support of APIs with external stakeholders; ensure secure and reliable software evolution that aligns with stakeholder expectations and WADA's software roadmap.
Implement API-related features.
Demonstrate API capabilities and integration procedures to external stakeholders; provide clear documentation and timely support to meet stakeholders’ needs.
Collect stakeholders’ API requests and coordinate with software architects and product teams to ensure alignment and prioritization.
Evaluate and advise on security aspects of software design and architecture, ensuring security controls and monitoring are effectively implemented.
Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in applications and systems through security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Software or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in software development with expertise in supporting external stakeholders with REST API integration.
Proficiency in programming languages (Java, scripting languages), secure coding practices, and security and monitoring tools.
Strong understanding of software, networking, and security concepts, with experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose root causes, develop effective solutions, and document technical information clearly and concisely.
Ability to translate customer requests into technical requirements, drive discussions, and follow through on prioritization.
Ability to communicate security risks and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience with Mendix or DevOps is an asset.
Excellent oral and written skills in one of WADA’s two official languages (English/French) and a very good command of the other; additional languages are an asset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package