Software Engineer Intern - Gateway
Kong Inc.
About this role
A Software Engineer Intern at Kong works on core features of the open-source API management platform, focusing on building foundational tools such as proxying capabilities, load balancing, and database support. The role involves engaging with the open-source community, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and extending the platform to support industry trends.
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About Kong Inc.
konghq.comIndustry
Technology
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.
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About Kong Inc.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
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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Salary
$54k – $75k
per year