Posted 8 days ago
Description
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Staff Solutions Engineer to join our team at Kong (Australia) Pty Ltd. In this role, you will be a key technical leader, responsible for architecting, designing, and implementing robust API management solutions for our clients, driving technical excellence and successful project delivery.
What You'll Do
- Lead the design and implementation of complex API architectures, utilising advanced API Design and API Management principles.
- Develop and implement secure authentication and authorisation strategies for various API services, ensuring robust Cybersecurity.
- Drive the adoption of automation technologies, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery pipelines, to streamline development and deployment processes.
- Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and best practices.
- Manage and oversee technical aspects of client projects, including scoping, planning, and execution, demonstrating strong Project Management skills.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and provide effective Technical Communication.
- Leverage expertise in Docker (Software), Git, and Linux environments for solution development, deployment, and troubleshooting.
- Act as a subject matter expert in the Software Development Life Cycle, ensuring high-quality and scalable solutions.
- Perform complex System Integration tasks, ensuring seamless interoperability between various systems and platforms.
- Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities.
What You'll Bring
- 10+ years of experience in a solutions engineering, software architecture, or senior development role.
- Demonstrable expertise in API Design and API Management platforms (experience with Kong is highly regarded).
- In-depth knowledge of Authentication and Authorization protocols and best practices.
- Proven experience with Automation Technology, Continuous Integrations, and Continuous Delivery pipelines.
- Strong understanding of Cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Proficiency in Docker (Software), Git, and Linux operating systems.
- Extensive experience with the Software Development Life Cycle.
- Excellent Project Management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.
- Strong System Integration experience with diverse technologies.
- Exceptional Technical Communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
About Kong
Kong Inc., the AI Connectivity Company, is building the connectivity layer of AI. Trusted by the Fortune 500 and AI-native startups alike, Kong’s unified API and AI platform enables organizations to secure, manage, accelerate, govern, and monetize the flow of intelligence across APIs and AI traffic — on any model, any cloud. For more information, visit www.konghq.com.
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