Event Title: MNIT/DEED Azure API Specialist MNW MNSITE-3251 Location: Remote (Great Northern Building, 180 5th St E, St Paul, MN 55102) Duration: 12 months (possible extension) The Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT) partnering with the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is seeking one full-time resource to work with MNIT/DEED staff as a subject-matter-expert in Azure API Management to facilitate the design, development, deployment, and management of Azure-based solutions tailored the State’s requirements, policies, and standards. The resource will support the project to replace MinnesotaWorks.net by enhancing CareerForceMN.com to satisfy the regulatory requirements for the Wagner-Peyser program and provision of labor exchanges by states. Sample Tasks Systems design documentation, recommended roadmap, estimated costs, and phased timeline for completion Develop and implement APIs in a to-be-established Azure ecosystem for the MinnesotaWorks.net replacement solution, connecting the vendor managed front-end to the MNIT managed back-end Set up Azure API Management processes and policies for security, performance optimization and monitoring API usage Configure API gateways Conduct performance testing and propose continuous improvement Ensure the application is fully ADA accessible and meets WCAG 2.1 standards. Perform knowledge sharing/transfer with embedded MNIT/DEED staff and partners. Write or Supply product technical architecture documentation. Provide knowledge transfer. Perform other related duties as assigned. Outcomes of Tasks One easy-to-use website that can help Minnesota job seekers find jobs Enhanced CareerForceMN.com website for the user experience with the CareerForce system that helps Minnesotans find the resources that can help them overcome barriers to employment Fulfill regulatory requirements for providing a labor exchange and reporting on Wagner-Peyser customers Desired Experience, Skills, and Qualifications 3 years experience with Azure API management 3 years experience developing RESTful APIs 3 years experience with .NET application development using SQL Server database(s) 5 years of C# experience Experience with implementing API management solutions, and other needed services, that adhere to policies and standards for security while also monitoring and optimizing API use and performance Experience developing and scaling Azure API solutions from the ground up – including integrations with systems to deployments via Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines Possesses strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and effective collaboration and knowledge transfer abilities. Experience replacing and modernizing legacy systems Experience integrating with legacy systems Job Types: Part-time, Contract Pay: $83.00 - $85.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Azure API Managemen: 4 years (Preferred) Azure API Gateway: 4 years (Required) RESTful APIs: 4 years (Required) .NET: 4 years (Required) API security/API optimization/ADA compliance/WCAG 2.1: 4 years (Required) Work Location: Remote