Kong API Architect - 46874

Cognizant • Plano, TX • 11h ago

Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.

About the role

As a Kong API Architect, you will make an impact by designing and implementing API management solutions using Kong. You will be a valued member of the API Management team and work collaboratively with product owners, developers, and infrastructure teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing API solutions.

In this role, you will:

· Architect and design API gateway solutions leveraging Kong to meet enterprise integration needs.

· Define and enforce API security, governance, and lifecycle management standards.

· Collaborate with development teams to implement APIs and microservices following best practices.

· Optimize Kong configurations for performance, scalability, and reliability.

· Provide technical leadership and mentorship on API management and Kong platform capabilities.

Work model: remote with travel for milestones

What you need to have to be considered

· Proven experience in architecting and implementing API management solutions using Kong.

· Strong understanding of API design principles, RESTful services, and microservices architecture.

· Expertise in Kong configuration, plugins, and integration with authentication/authorization systems.

· Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

These will help you stand out

· Kong Enterprise experience and certification.

· Knowledge of service mesh technologies and API observability tools.

· Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for API deployments.

· Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP for hosting API solutions.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $156,500 - $183,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

· 401(k) plan and contributions

· Long-term/Short-term Disability

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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