Senior Solutions Architect - API Management and Open Source

Kong; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kong is seeking a motivated Sales Engineer to drive new business and support existing customers in the United States. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of experience and a strong understanding of cloud computing and API technologies.

Responsibilities include supporting field sales, building client relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction. A background in open source technology and good knowledge of tools like NGINX and Docker are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in software or sales engineering at a SaaS or Open Source company.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and establish trusted relationships.
• Solid understanding of cloud computing trends and open source business models.

Responsibilities

• Support field sales to demonstrate the value of the Kong API Management platform.
• Grow trusted client relationships throughout the sales lifecycle.
• Ensure customer satisfaction across assigned accounts.

Skills

Experience with open source technology

Knowledge of NGINX

Knowledge of Docker

Understanding of cloud computing trends

Strong communication skills

Tools

AWS

Postgres

Cassandra

Job description

Kong is seeking a motivated Sales Engineer to drive new business and support existing customers in the United States. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of experience and a strong understanding of cloud computing and API technologies.

Responsibilities include supporting field sales, building client relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction. A background in open source technology and good knowledge of tools like NGINX and Docker are essential.