Kong AI Gateway Expert

Austin, TX, US • Posted 8 days ago • Updated 6 days ago
Contract W2
Travel Required
On-site
$40 - $60/hr
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Skills

  • Microsoft Azure
  • DevOps
  • Docker
  • Financial Services
  • Machine Learning (ML)
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Continuous Integration
  • Cloud Computing
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Analytical Skill
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Authentication
  • Management
  • Microservices
  • Node.js
  • OAuth

Summary

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Kong AI Gateway Expert to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in API gateway technologies, particularly Kong, along with exposure to AI-driven integrations and modern cloud-based architectures. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable API gateway solutions to support enterprise applications.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and manage API Gateway solutions using Kong Gateway / Kong AI Gateway
  • Implement API security, authentication, and traffic management policies
  • Integrate AI/ML services with API gateways for intelligent routing, monitoring, and analytics
  • Configure plugins, rate limiting, logging, and monitoring within Kong
  • Work closely with DevOps and Cloud teams for deployment and CI/CD integration
  • Optimize API performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Troubleshoot and resolve gateway-related issues in production environments
  • Ensure compliance with security and governance standards

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in software development or API engineering
  • Strong hands-on experience with Kong Gateway (Open Source or Enterprise)
  • Experience with API management tools and RESTful services
  • Knowledge of AI/ML integration concepts in API ecosystems
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
  • Strong understanding of API security (OAuth2, JWT, SSL/TLS)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Kong AI Gateway (latest features / plugins)
  • Exposure to microservices architecture
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, Lua, or Node.js)
  • Experience in financial services domain (preferred for LPL)

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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  • Dice Id: 91162606
  • Position Id: 8933076
  • Posted 8 days ago

Company Info

About ThinkBeyond Inc

Our team has a strong bond with the local community; they possess a profound understanding of the people and the market.

The Vision of Think Beyond is

Commitment to Excellence: Emphasize the consultancy's dedication to delivering high-quality recruitment services. Highlight the focus on finding top-notch candidates who possess the skills, experience, and cultural fit necessary to drive business success.

Strategic Partnership: Position the consultancy as a strategic partner for businesses, working closely with clients to understand their unique needs, goals, and company culture. Emphasize the importance of building long-term relationships and providing customized solutions.

Innovation and Adaptability: Highlight the consultancy's ability to stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies in the recruitment industry. Emphasize a commitment to continuous learning, leveraging innovative tools, and adopting new methodologies to ensure the best outcomes for clients.

Ethical and Professional Standards: Showcase the consultancy's commitment to operating with integrity, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to the highest ethical standards in all aspects of the recruitment process. Highlight the importance of building trust and fostering positive relationships with both clients and candidates.

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