Senior Software Engineer, Kong Identity

Kong Inc.

2 months ago

Remote

Full Time

Senior

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The Senior Software Engineer for Kong Identity will design and implement a multi-tenant identity platform that supports complex organizational hierarchies and enterprise-grade security. Responsibilities include developing core services for authentication, managing tokens, and ensuring high-performance API interactions while maintaining low latency. The role requires a strong background in OAuth 2.0, distributed systems, and cloud-native architectures, as well as proficiency in GoLang, to support high-volume authentication requests and enhance the security posture of the identity services. Additionally, the engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product requirements with technical implementations.

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About Kong Inc.

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Kong Inc. is a leading API gateway and service mesh provider, designed to enhance developer productivity, security, and performance across modern architectures. The company's unified platform, Kong Konnect, provides tools for API management, AI gateway integration, and event streaming, enabling seamless connectivity and governance for organizations. With features tailored for API producers and consumers, Kong empowers businesses to build, run, discover, and govern APIs efficiently while supporting AI modernization efforts. Trusted by top companies, Kong is recognized for its ability to accelerate digital transformation and foster innovation in the API ecosystem.