Kong Api Architect Job at Incedo Inc., Jersey City, NJ

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  • Incedo Inc.
  • Jersey City, NJ

Job Description

Title: Kong API Architect

Location: Jersey City, NJ/Florham Park, NJ (Remote)

Duration: 6 months Contract to Hire

Position Overview :

We are looking for a seasoned Kong Architect with extensive experience in technology modernization , and building API marketplaces. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of experience , with at least 5 years in an architect role , specializing in Kong, AWS, and API marketplaces. This role requires hands-on expertise and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences effectively.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead the modernization of legacy APIs to scalable, cloud-based solutions on AWS.
  • Architect, implement, and manage Kong API gateways and build API marketplaces.
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
  • Drive API migration strategies to AWS Cloud, ensuring best practices in security, performance, and scalability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
  • Provide hands-on coding and mentoring for engineering teams.
  • Optimize API architectures for reusability, maintainability, and high performance.
  • Identify problems, and opportunities for technology innovation with a focus on Modern application development.
  • Champion operationalization for Kong API marketplace

Qualifications :

  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with 5+ years in API architecture .
  • Expertise in Kong API Gateway and AWS cloud services (e.g., API Gateway, Lambda, ECS).
  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
  • Proficiency in .Net and knowledge of modern programming frameworks.
  • Strong track record of leading API modernization and migration efforts.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
  • Ability to explain the benefits and differences between legacy vs modern applications such as monolithic vs micro apps.
  • Must be an expert in Auth and MFA processes

Preferred Skills :

  • Certification in AWS Architecture or similar.
  • Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines .
  • .Net Core development
  • Angular development
  • Experience with MFE architectures for UI applications
  • Prior experience with working with ForgeRock

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