Senior API Solutions Architect — Lead Engineer (Automation & Security)

Kong Inc.; Australia; Remote; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kong Inc. in Australia seeks a Senior Staff Solutions Engineer to lead AI-enabled API management initiatives. You will architect complex API systems, define secure auth strategies, and drive automation while mentoring engineers.

In this role, you will guide project scoping and delivery, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and ensure robust, scalable solutions using Docker, Git, and Linux, across the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in solutions engineering, software architecture, or senior development roles.
• Demonstrable expertise in API Design and API Management platforms; Kong experience is highly regarded.
• Deep knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols and best practices.
• Proven experience with automation technology, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation.
• Strong cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
• Proficiency with Docker, Git, and Linux environments.
• Extensive experience with the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivery.
• Strong system integration capabilities across diverse technologies.
• Exceptional written and verbal technical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex API architectures and management solutions.
• Develop and implement secure authentication and authorization strategies.
• Drive automation and CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices across teams.
• Manage scoping, planning, and execution of client projects.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide clear technical communication to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Apply Docker, Git, and Linux expertise to develop, deploy, and troubleshoot solutions.
• Oversee system integration tasks ensuring interoperability across platforms.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges.

Skills

API Design

API Management

Kong experience

Authentication & Authorization

Automation & CI/CD

Cybersecurity

Docker

Git

Linux

SDLC

Project Management

System Integration

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Docker

Git

Linux

Job description

Kong Inc. in Australia seeks a Senior Staff Solutions Engineer to lead AI-enabled API management initiatives. You will architect complex API systems, define secure auth strategies, and drive automation while mentoring engineers.

In this role, you will guide project scoping and delivery, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and ensure robust, scalable solutions using Docker, Git, and Linux, across the SDLC.