API Integration Developer - Azure, Salesforce, Handshake

Estimated Hours Per Week

Estimated Hours Per Week 20-40 hours per week.

Anticipated Length of Assignment

Anticipated Length of Assignment 12 months.

Job Summary

Career Discovery and Success is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented API Integration Developer to support development of robust API connections between Salesforce and Handshake. This role is critical to ensuring seamless data flow and operational efficiency across our platforms, supporting our Career Services Technology & Insight initiatives and the University strategic plan. This is a temporary position that is open until the conclusion of the Phase 1 API development.

Why should YOU work for the Career Discovery and Success Department?

1. Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
2. Growth potential - this opportunity is a great way to get experience with Auburn University systems and processes and assignment could last 6 months to a year.
3. Positive team culture and training support! This unit is passionate about the work they do and the impact that have amongst students on campus. They will provide valuable training support and ensure you have what you need to succeed.

About TES

Temporary Employment Services ( TES ), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work

If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.

AU student employees are not eligible for TES.

Essential Functions

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and efficient RESTful APIs to integrate Microsoft Azure, Salesforce, and Handshake platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather integration requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Maintain and enhance existing API connections, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, including data mismatches, authentication errors, and performance bottlenecks.
• Document API architecture, endpoints, and workflows for internal use and future scalability.
• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy standards across all integrations.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in discipline as appropriate to position and at least one year experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven experience developing APIs using technologies such as .NET, Node.js, or Python.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management).
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce APIs ( REST, SOAP, Bulk API ) and integration patterns.
• Familiarity with Handshake's EDU API and data structures.
• Proficiency in working with JSON, XML, OAuth 2.0, and webhooks.

Salary Range

Salary Range $15.00-$23.00/hour

Work Hours

Typical work hours between 7:45 am and 4:45 pm. During Career Fair Season some nights and weekends may be required.

Location

Auburn, Alabama

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/11/2025

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