Kong

Senior Staff Solutions Engineer

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site · FullTime

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EmployerKong
LocationSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFullTime
Employer posted4 months ago

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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.

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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).

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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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