Kong Developer

- Designing, developing, and maintaining APIs using Kong. - Creating custom plugins for Kong to extend its functionality, such as for authentication, authorization, or traffic control. - Integrating Kong with existing APIs, services, and applications. - Monitoring the API gateway, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring its performance and stability. - Maintaining API specifications, documentation, and developer portals. - Working closely with other developers, architects, and stakeholders. - Keeping up-to-date with the latest Kong features, best practices, and security updates. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience using Kong. - Deep understanding of Kong's architecture, functionalities, and API gateway management. - Proficiency in RESTful API design, OpenAPI specifications, and microservices architectures. - Strong experience with scripting languages like Lua or Python, and potentially other languages like JavaScript/TypeScript. - Familiarity with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Git, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions. - Experience with API testing, functional testing, test automation tools, and troubleshooting skills. - Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their integration with Kong. - Understanding of API security tools and protocols like OAuth, OIDC, and RBAC. - Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams. - Amenable to work in Ortigas (hybrid)