About the job
Are you prepared to drive global connections?
If you feel you may not meet every requirement listed below but are still interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. No one fits every criterion – we are looking for candidates who excel in certain areas while also showing interest and capability in others.
Role Overview:
As a member of the Developer Experience (DevX) team at Kong, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and sustaining microservices and APIs that empower the Konnect Developer Portal. This portal serves as the primary gateway for our customers' users to discover, experiment, and integrate with APIs hosted on the Konnect platform. Collaborating closely with both Engineering and Product teams, your contributions will significantly influence the business trajectories of Kong and its clientele.
Your Responsibilities:
Develop and sustain microservices and APIs that drive the Konnect Developer Portal, including configuration management, API catalogs, documentation solutions, authentication setups, metering, and subscription services.
Craft and execute solutions for moderately complex technical challenges.
Provide operational support for services in production, including participation in an on-call rotation.
Create automated tests to ensure code behavior and prevent regressions.
Perform any additional tasks assigned by your manager.
What You'll Bring:
At least 5 years of experience working collaboratively to develop, deliver, and maintain intricate software solutions.
Proficient in Typescript, Javascript, and modern NodeJS frameworks such as NestJS.
Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
Background in developing and maintaining SaaS platforms.
Familiarity with version control using git and GitHub workflows.
Experience in test-driven development and automated testing methodologies.
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with Golang, Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, CDC, and Flink.
Full-stack capability.
A genuine passion for API development and integrations.

