Kong (Australia) Pty Ltd

All Cost Center

SeniorStaffSolutionsEngineer

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Senior Staff Solutions Engineer at Kong (Australia) Pty Ltd. Skills: API Design, API Management, Authentication, Authorization, Cybersecurity, Automation technologies, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Docker, Git, Linux, Software Development Life Cycle, System Integration. Lead the design and implementation of complex API architectures. Develop and implement secure authentication and authorisation strategies”

What You'll Achieve.

driving technical excellence; successful project delivery; streamline development and deployment processes; ensuring high-quality and scalable solutions; ensuring seamless interoperability between various systems and platforms

Industry & Context.

All Cost Center
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving abilities; resolve technical challenges

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years of experience in a solutions engineering, software architecture, or senior development role, Demonstrable expertise in API Design and API Management platforms, In-depth knowledge of Authentication and Authorization protocols and best practices, Proven experience with Automation Technology, Continuous Integrations, and Continuous Delivery pipelines, 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, 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

Nice to Have

Master's degree, experience with Kong

What You'll Do.

Lead the design and implementation of complex API architectures

Develop and implement secure authentication and authorisation strategies

Drive the adoption of automation technologies

Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship

Manage and oversee technical aspects of client projects

Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand requirements

translate them into technical solutions

Leverage expertise in Docker (Software)

and Linux environments for solution development

Act as a subject matter expert in the Software Development Life Cycle

Perform complex System Integration tasks

Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with clients and internal teams

Communication Scope

Technical Communication skills; articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Process & Methodology

Project Management skills, scoping, planning, execution, track record of successful project delivery

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. Job Summary: 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. Job Responsibilities: * 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 stron

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