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Kong API Developer

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 8 hours ago

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On-site

Depends on Experience

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API
API Management
Amazon Web Services
Authentication
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Communication
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
DevOps
Docker
Grafana
Google Cloud Platform
Information Security Governance
Leadership
Microsoft Azure
Feasibility Study
Functional Requirements
Good Clinical Practice
Kubernetes
Migration
OAuth
Operations Support Systems
Presentations
Regulatory Compliance
Routing
Scalability
Technical Direction
Use Cases
Web Portals
Documentation

Summary

Kong API Developer

Chicago,IL Onsite

Key Responsibilities

Conduct a detailed feasibility study of KONG (OSS or Enterprise) for API management and gateway modernization.

Analyze current-state architecture, including existing gateways, integrations, security models, and deployment environments.

Evaluate compatibility of KONG with the client's technology stack (cloud/on-prem, CI/CD, DevOps, monitoring, logging, etc.).

Assess functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, security, governance, and observability.

Identify integration patterns for upstream services, authentication providers, plugins, and developer portal needs.

Review KONG plugins (native and custom) and determine suitability for required use cases. Estimate effort, timeline, and resource needs for a full KONG implementation or migration. Identify risks, gaps, and dependencies associated with adopting KONG.

Prepare feasibility assessment documentation, including recommendations, architecture options, and decision criteria.

Collaborate with client architects and SMEs to validate assumptions and align on technical direction.

Present findings to technical and leadership teams

Required Skills & Experience

Strong experience with KONG API Gateway (Enterprise preferred), including configuration, plugins, routing, and policies.

Deep understanding of API management, and integration architectures. Hands-on experience with API security (OAuth2, JWT. US).

Familiarity with DevOps pipelines, CI/CD, and container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes). Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform) and hybrid deployments. Knowledge of logging, monitoring, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.). Ability to conduct architectural assessments and produce clear technical recommendations. Strong communication skills for stakeholder discussions and technical presentations.

Nice-to-Have

Experience with other API gateways (Apigee, AWS API Gateway, etc.) for comparison. Background in modernization or migration programs.

Understanding of enterprise security and compliance requirements.

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Position Id: 8936707
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