Senior Staff Solutions Engineer

**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. **About the Role:** 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. **What You'll Do:** \* 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 strong problem-solving abilities. **What You'll Bring:** \* 10+ years of experience in a solutions engineering, software architecture, or senior development role. \* Demonstrable expertise in API Design and API Management platforms (experience with Kong is highly regarded). \* In-depth knowledge of Authentication and Authorization protocols and best practices. \* Proven experience with Automation Technology, Continuous Integrations, and Continuous Delivery pipelines. \* Strong 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. \* Strong 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. \* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred). #LI-SP1 **About Kong:** Kong Inc., the AI Connectivity Company, is building the connectivity layer of AI. Trusted by the Fortune 500® and AI-native startups alike, Kong’s unified API and AI platform enables organizations to secure, manage, accelerate, govern, and monetize the flow of intelligence across APIs and AI traffic — on any model, any cloud. For more information, visit [](http://www.konghq.com).