API Management Engineer- Kong Enterprise Development

$89,500 - $188,000/Yr

CACI International - Springfield, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior API Management Engineer - Kong Enterprise Deployment at CACI is responsible for delivering innovative solutions to complex problems in API management and cloud operations. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of API infrastructure while supporting intelligence customers. The engineer will be a key player in deploying and managing an enterprise API gateway, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of client operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment, configuration, and management of the API gateway solution in an enterprise environment.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of API infrastructure.
• Provide expert-level technical support to customers, resolving complex issues related to API management and cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance API consumption and integration across various applications.
• Monitor and optimize API performance, identifying and addressing potential scalability and reliability issues.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and best practices for API management and support.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in API strategies and cloud operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in IT, with a strong emphasis on API management, cloud operations, and customer support.
• Proven experience in deploying and managing Kong Enterprise API gateway or similar platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise API gateway solutions, preferably Kong, and its integration in cloud environments.
• Expertise in AWS cloud services and infrastructure management.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly in API and cloud contexts.
• Strong familiarity with Linux distributions (e.g., RedHat, CentOS).
• Proficiency in DevOps practices, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and continuous integration tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Nexus).
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits
• Wellness programs
• Financial benefits
• Retirement plans
• Family support programs
• Continuing education opportunities
• Flexible time off benefits