Kong Developer

<ul><li>Designing, developing, and maintaining APIs using Kong.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Creating custom plugins for Kong to extend its functionality, such as for authentication, authorization, or traffic control.</li>
<li>Integrating Kong with existing APIs, services, and applications.</li>
<li>Monitoring the API gateway, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring its performance and stability.</li>
<li>Maintaining API specifications, documentation, and developer portals.</li>
<li>Working closely with other developers, architects, and stakeholders.</li>
<li>Keeping up-to-date with the latest Kong features, best practices, and security updates.</li>
</ul><h2>Requirements</h2><ul>
<li><strong>At least 2 years of experience using Kong.</strong></li>
<li>Deep understanding of Kong's architecture, functionalities, and API gateway management.</li>
<li>Proficiency in RESTful API design, OpenAPI specifications, and microservices architectures.</li>
<li>Strong experience with scripting languages like Lua or Python, and potentially other languages like JavaScript/TypeScript.</li>
<li>Familiarity with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and tools like Git, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions.</li>
<li>Experience with API testing, functional testing, test automation tools, and troubleshooting skills.</li>
<li>Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their integration with Kong.</li>
<li>Understanding of API security tools and protocols like OAuth, OIDC, and RBAC.</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.</li>
<li><strong>Amenable to work in Ortigas (hybrid)</strong></li>
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