Kong Inc.
As a Software Engineer on the AI Gateway Team at Kong, you will develop and maintain core features of the Kong AI Gateway, which includes multi-LLM routing, load balancing, and API management for AI applications. This role focuses on building scalable, reliable software, troubleshooting performance issues, and extending the functionality of the gateway through innovative features. The ideal candidate has over three years of experience in server-side application development, a strong understanding of distributed systems, Linux networking, and familiarity with AI/LLM concepts, while also demonstrating solid communication skills and the ability to work in a distributed team environment.
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Company Size
501-1000 employees
Founded
2017
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.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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