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We are looking for an experienced Kong Administrator cum Developer responsible for designing, developing, and implementing API solutions using Kong API Gateway.

Candidate will work closely with engineers and product managers to ensure that APIs are secure, scalable, and meet business needs.
Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and configure Kong entities (services, routes, plugins, caching, API management, etc.).

  • Develop custom Lua scripts for advanced functionality.

  • Integrate Kong with existing APIs and backend systems.

  • Manage API security, including authentication, authorization, and rate limiting.

  • Implement traffic management features like load balancing and caching.

  • Monitor, alert, and debug Kong performance and troubleshoot any issues.

  • Automate Kong configurations as part of a DevOps pipeline.

  • Develop and maintain API documentation using the Kong Developer Portal.

  • Stay up-to-date on the latest Kong features and best practices.

  • Create, customize, and maintain Kong plugins to extend capabilities.

    Implement request and response transformations based on customer needs.

  • Apply Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for securing API endpoints.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Proven experience as a Kong Administrator and Developer, with a deep understanding of Kong's architecture and functionalities.

  • Strong understanding of API design principles (RESTful APIs, OpenAPI specifications).

  • Experience with web services and micro services architectures.

  • Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Lua, Python).

  • Experience with DevOps principles and tools (e.g., Git, CI/CD).

  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Certifications in Kong or equivalent.

  • Solid understanding of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) implementations.

  • Experience with Kubernetes and Kong Ingress.

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Experience with API security tools (e.g., OAuth, OIDC, Auth0).

  • Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, JMeter, Insomnia).
Halian Group :
With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers.
Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow's potential.

Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.
At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients.

We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique.

By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.
KONG API Developer in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Seniority level

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    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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    Full-time

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    Engineering and Information Technology
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