Job Description:
We are seeking a Lead Integration Engineer with expertise in Kong API Gateway to design, implement, and optimize API-driven solutions. In this role, you will lead the development of scalable and secure API integrations, manage API lifecycle processes, and ensure seamless connectivity between distributed systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies, enhance API security, and improve performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement API gateway solutions using Kong API Gateway.
- Develop, deploy, and manage API proxies, policies, and microservices.
- Ensure API security, authentication, and authorization best practices (OAuth, JWT, etc.).
- Optimize API performance and scalability for high-traffic environments.
- Integrate Kong with backend services, databases, and third-party applications.
- Automate API deployment and monitoring using CI/CD pipelines.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in Kong API Gateway implementation and management.
- Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.
- Proficiency in Lua, Go, or other scripting languages used in Kong customization.
- Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with API security standards and observability tools (APM, logging, tracing).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an Agile environment.
