Kforce has a client seeking a hybrid Lead API Engineer to join their team in Sandy Springs, GA. Duties Include: * Lead API Engineer will lead the development, deployment, and optimization of high-performance backend API services using Express.js and Nest.js * Perform Pull Request (PR) reviews in GitHub, ensuring code quality, security, and adherence to best practices * Collaborate with developers, analysts, and architects to design and implement scalable enterprise-grade APIs * Promote and implement best practices for CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies * Identify and act on opportunities for backend performance optimization to enhance system reliability * Foster team growth by providing mentorship, coaching, and guidance on technical challenges * As a Lead API Engineer, you will actively participate in peer reviews of solution designs, offering clear and actionable feedback * Lead agile ceremonies, including standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, to ensure team alignment and project success * Maintain comprehensive documentation for architecture, design, and development processes * Work cross-functionally to ensure backend APIs align with product requirements and business objectives * Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues, while proactively identifying areas for improvement