Software Engineering Manager - Gateway
Kong Inc.
About this role
A Software Engineering Manager - Gateway at Kong leads a team responsible for the engineering and maintenance of on-premise and hybrid products, acting as the technical interface with key customers. The role involves hiring and mentoring engineers, managing performance metrics, and ensuring high-quality support, while also troubleshooting Linux systems and debugging distributed services. Additionally, the manager will collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to address technical escalations and oversee team strategies and execution to enhance customer experience and contribute to company success.
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About Kong Inc.
konghq.comKong 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
$141k – $183k
per year