“Kerner Norland is looking for a Social Media API Developer to work with a leading digital innovation client based in the UK. Our client partners with major platforms like Meta, LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok to create smooth API integrations that improve user experiences and drive engagement.
What You’ll Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain API integrations with platforms like Meta, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok.
- Work closely with product managers and engineers to understand needs and turn them into technical solutions.
- Build scalable and high-performance backend services using a variety of programming languages (Go preferred).
- Create and maintain user-friendly front-end applications with Vue.
- Ensure the security and reliability of API connections.
- Monitor and improve system performance.
- Troubleshoot and debug issues quickly and efficiently.
- Keep your code clean, well-documented, and easy to maintain.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest in API development and social media platforms.
- Participate in code reviews and give/receive constructive feedback.
What You Need:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in API development, especially with social media platforms.
- Strong skills in API development—experience with Go is preferred.
- Experience with RESTful APIs and familiarity with the APIs of Meta, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok.
- Experience with Git for version control.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Bonus Skills:
- Experience with GraphQL.
- Background in working with startups or fast-growing tech companies.
- If you’re passionate about social media and have a strong background in API development, we’d love to hear from you!