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Rest Api Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Java Developer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$50.50 - $65.25/hr

Hands on experience working on REST & SOAP based Webservices. * Experience developing Web API's Using REST (Rest API) * Experience working in Micro services on Spring boot. Additional Information All ...

Java Developer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$50.50 - $65.25/hr

Hands on experience working on REST & SOAP based Webservices. * Experience developing Web API's Using REST (Rest API) * Experience working in Micro services on Spring boot. Qualifications Additional ...

The role involves optimizing data storage through Postgres schema refinement and developing REST API interactions to support data retrieval and system integration. Responsibilities : • Implement ...

ServiceNow Developer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$55.50 - $76.25/hr

Build system integrations using Integration Hub and REST API. * Execute functional component testing on GRC workflows. * Create technical solution documentation * As a member of the product team ...

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Design and develop scalable Spring Boot microservices following REST API and cloud-native architecture principles; implement CRUD operations and business logic using MongoDB and Spring Data * Secure ...

Software Developer

Vienna, VA · On-site

$127K - $131K/yr

Develop RESTful web services using REST API * Develop staging and multiple level system and performance testing using Angular * Prepare the test documentation covering unit, system, integration, and ...

Build system integrations using Integration Hub and REST API. * Execute functional component testing on GRC workflows. * Create technical solution documentation. * As a member of the product team ...

SR. SERVICENOW DEVELOPER

Mclean, VA · On-site

$55 - $75.50/hr

Build system integrations using Integration Hub and REST API. * Execute functional component testing on GRC workflows. * Create technical solution documentation * As a member of the product team ...

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Rest Api information

What is a REST API?

A REST API job typically involves designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful web services that allow different software systems to communicate over the internet. Professionals in this role use technologies like HTTP, JSON, and various programming languages to create APIs that enable seamless data exchange. They may also work on authentication, security, documentation, and performance optimization to ensure the APIs function efficiently and securely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a REST API position?

To thrive as a REST API Developer, you need strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js and a thorough understanding of RESTful architecture principles. Familiarity with tools like Postman, Swagger, and API security protocols, along with experience in cloud-based environments and relevant certifications, is often expected. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills help developers work effectively within cross-functional teams. These competencies are essential for designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure, and user-friendly APIs that meet business and client needs.

What are some typical challenges faced by REST API developers, and how are they addressed in a professional environment?

REST API Developers often encounter challenges related to ensuring backward compatibility, handling evolving client requirements, and maintaining robust security as systems scale. In a professional environment, these are typically addressed through thorough version control strategies, clear documentation, code reviews, and frequent collaboration with frontend, backend, and QA teams. Many companies also provide ongoing training and access to industry best practices to help developers stay current. By working in agile teams, most REST API Developers can quickly adapt to changes and resolve issues collaboratively.

Infographic showing various Rest Api job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Sr. Java Developer with Rest API Development

Stratacent

Reston, VA • On-site

$59.50 - $76/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Company Description
Stratacent is a IT managed services firm that provides 24/7 support, solutions and staffing tailored to our clients' needs. In helping our customers achieve their IT and business goals, Stratacent consistently builds bridges between solutions and relationships by providing value added services to clients based on our technical expertise, continuous associate education and our Onsite-Offsite-Hybrid delivery. Our offsite development center is located at 101 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ a building covering 1.25 million square feet of space in a "Class A" office tower 42 stories high. Looming over the Hudson River waterfront and just 10 minutes from lower Manhattan, our development center, positioned in a prime area, offers a visual treat with its award-winning architecture.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
The client is looking to develop a core tools development framework to augment its automated environment provisioning capabilities. The Framework will focus on core services such as IBM webseal, Autosys, identity provisioning, bladelogic, database clients etc. The framework will consist of identifying various interfaces for these tools and develop these interfaces in tools' native API. These API may be available in Java, Perl, REST, or Webservices. After developing these interfaces, these interfaces should be exposed as webservices for other automation engines to consume.
Qualifications
The skill sets for people developing should include:

Prior experience in researching/identifying the tools native API for
development. These API may be available in Java, Perl, REST, etc
• 9-15 years of hardcore development experience using Java technologies.
• Hands on experience in exposing API interfaces as webservices on Apache/Tomcat based infrastructure
• Integration with Service Now, vRA, vRO from the framework
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.