Protingent
Job Title
Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG Platform
Position Description Protingent Staffing has an exciting Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG Platform contract opportunity with our client located in Seattle, WA.
Job Description We are looking for a Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG specialist / APIM Platform, to be a key player on our team. This role is for a true expert in KONG API Gateway, someone who can lead the charge in optimizing, configuring, and maintaining our platform for peak performance, reliability, and scalability. You\'ll partner with Product Managers and other cross-functional teams to build flexible, secure, and resilient platform products that drive our company\'s success.
Responsibilities
Platform Leadership: Take ownership of the APIM platform with a specialization in KONG, ensuring its performance, reliability, and scalability.
Product Roadmap: Shape and influence the APIM product roadmap, including standards, new capabilities, integrations, and self-service features.
API Security: Implement and manage robust API security policies using industry standards like OAuth, JWT, and rate limiting.
Custom Plugin Development: Design and build custom KONG plugins using Lua to meet specific business needs, such as advanced authentication and logging.
Observability: Implement custom logging, monitoring, and distributed tracing capabilities to provide end-to-end visibility. Utilize tools like Datadog for metrics, Splunk for logs, and OpenTelemetry for tracing.
CI/CD & Automation: Develop and implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab to automate deployments and streamline workflows.
Collaboration: Partner closely with cross-functional teams to define API requirements and standards.
Mentorship: Mentor and develop the skills of junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in APIM management with deep expertise in KONG.
Proven experience managing and optimizing API gateways, specifically for performance and reliability.
Experience with Kubernetes, Redis, and AWS infrastructure components that support the APIM platform.
Proficiency with observability tools, specifically the OpenTelemetry framework, with strong skills in Datadog and Splunk.
Experience with Lua scripting and a proven ability to write custom KONG plugins.
Expert-level knowledge of DevSecOps tools and processes, including Git, JFrog Artifactory, Jenkins, and HashiCorp products.
Ability to work effectively in an agile environment and communicate with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience or desire to mentor other engineers.
Job Details
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $65-$85/hr
Location: Seattle, WA
Benefits Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG Platform
Position Description Protingent Staffing has an exciting Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG Platform contract opportunity with our client located in Seattle, WA.
Job Description We are looking for a Sr. DevOps Engineer, KONG specialist / APIM Platform, to be a key player on our team. This role is for a true expert in KONG API Gateway, someone who can lead the charge in optimizing, configuring, and maintaining our platform for peak performance, reliability, and scalability. You\'ll partner with Product Managers and other cross-functional teams to build flexible, secure, and resilient platform products that drive our company\'s success.
Responsibilities
Platform Leadership: Take ownership of the APIM platform with a specialization in KONG, ensuring its performance, reliability, and scalability.
Product Roadmap: Shape and influence the APIM product roadmap, including standards, new capabilities, integrations, and self-service features.
API Security: Implement and manage robust API security policies using industry standards like OAuth, JWT, and rate limiting.
Custom Plugin Development: Design and build custom KONG plugins using Lua to meet specific business needs, such as advanced authentication and logging.
Observability: Implement custom logging, monitoring, and distributed tracing capabilities to provide end-to-end visibility. Utilize tools like Datadog for metrics, Splunk for logs, and OpenTelemetry for tracing.
CI/CD & Automation: Develop and implement CI/CD pipelines using GitLab to automate deployments and streamline workflows.
Collaboration: Partner closely with cross-functional teams to define API requirements and standards.
Mentorship: Mentor and develop the skills of junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in APIM management with deep expertise in KONG.
Proven experience managing and optimizing API gateways, specifically for performance and reliability.
Experience with Kubernetes, Redis, and AWS infrastructure components that support the APIM platform.
Proficiency with observability tools, specifically the OpenTelemetry framework, with strong skills in Datadog and Splunk.
Experience with Lua scripting and a proven ability to write custom KONG plugins.
Expert-level knowledge of DevSecOps tools and processes, including Git, JFrog Artifactory, Jenkins, and HashiCorp products.
Ability to work effectively in an agile environment and communicate with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience or desire to mentor other engineers.
Job Details
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $65-$85/hr
Location: Seattle, WA
Benefits Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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