Kong Inc.
Technology
EMEASolutionsEngineeringSpecialist
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“EMEA Solutions Engineering Specialist at Kong Inc.. Skills: Solutions Engineering, AI Connectivity, API Management, AI Agents. Lead technical discussions. Lead presentations”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot technical issues
2-3 days in office
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years solutions engineering, 5+ years technical architect, 5+ years customer-facing technical role, Proficiency with Linux, Proficiency with Docker, Extensive Git experience, Deep knowledge CI/CD pipelines, Proven experience SRE Observability tools, Understanding SDLC, Experience Automation Technology, Exceptional Technical Communication, Exceptional presentation skills, Exceptional interpersonal skills, Demonstrated ability manage complex projects, Demonstrated ability prioritize tasks, Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Bachelor's degree Engineering, Bachelor's degree related technical field, Equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have
AI journey with orchestration tools, AI journey with Agentic AI, AI journey with agents building, Kubernetes experience a plus
What You'll Do.
Lead technical discussions
Understand architectural requirements
Understand business needs
Develop proof-of-concept projects
Develop custom demonstrations
Showcase Kong's capabilities
Provide expert guidance
Monitor API infrastructure
Optimize API infrastructure
Troubleshoot technical issues
Provide advanced support
Drive adoption Automation Technology
Enable API lifecycle management
Collaborate with sales teams
Collaborate with product teams
Collaborate with engineering teams
Provide market feedback
Contribute product development
Mentor junior solutions engineers
Contribute team's technical knowledge
Manage multiple projects
Deliver results within deadlines
Communicate complex technical concepts
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with sales; Collaborate with product; Collaborate with engineering
Communication Scope
Technical Communication; Presentation; Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Project Management, Prioritize tasks
Full Job Description
Are you ready to unlock intelligence? If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others. About the Role: Kong is The AI Connectivity Company. Our platform sits at the centre of how enterprises manage APIs, AI agents, and the infrastructure connecting them and we’re scaling fast. The ADR role is the front line of that growth. The accounts you open today are the expansion stories of tomorrow. As a Solutions Engineering - Specialist at Kong Inc., you will be a pivotal technical leader, leveraging your deep expertise in combining DevOps with AiOPS and FinOps, management, sales skills and system integration to guide customers and partners through complex architectural challenges. You will act as a trusted advisor, demonstrating the value of Kong's platform through tailored solutions and technical excellence. What you’ll do - Lead technical discussions and presentations with enterprise clients, understanding their architectural requirements and business needs. - Experience in AI and closely following AI trends and applications, preference is for those who already embarked or started on their AI journey with orchestration tools, Agentic AI and agents building. - Solid understanding of Kafka . - Solid understanding of APIs and software development - Develop and implement proof-of-concept projects and custom demonstrations that showcase Kong's capabilities in System Integration, Continuous Integrations, and Continuous Delivery environments. - Provide expert guidance on SRE Observability strategies, helping customers monitor and optimize their API infrastructure. - Utilize your proficiency in Linux, Docker, and Git to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide advanced support. - Drive the adoption of Automation Technology within customer environments, enabling effici
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