Staff Software Engineer, Developer Portal - Remote

Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Developer Portal team at Kong, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining microservices and APIs that enhance the Konnect Dev Portal, which is crucial for customer interaction with their APIs.

In Short

• Design and maintain microservices and APIs for the Konnect Dev Portal.
• Provide technical mentorship and assist in hiring for the team.
• Lead cross-team initiatives and collaborate with various teams.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to support services in production.
• Write automated tests to ensure code reliability.
• Work closely with Engineering and Product teams.
• Utilize modern development frameworks and tools.
• Engage in continuous improvement and learning.
• Contribute to the overall success of the Developer Portal.
• Perform any additional tasks as required by management.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software development and team leadership.
• Proficiency in Typescript, Javascript, and NodeJS frameworks.
• Experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Background in developing and supporting SaaS platforms.
• Familiarity with git and GitHub workflows.
• Experience in test-driven development and automated testing.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and shape a new team in Italy.
• Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and frameworks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.