Senior API Management Engineer - Kong Enterprise Deployment | TS/SCI - Blackspoke
Springfield, VA
About the Job
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. Be part of an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the nation's most critical intelligence organizations. Your work directly impacts national security and global issues, you will have the chance to contribute to missions that are of paramount importance to the United States and its allies, know that that the environments and programs you support are making a difference on a global scale. Our customers operate at the forefront of technology, dealing with some of the most advanced defense, geospatial, and intelligence systems in the world.
What you will be working on (Job Description):
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Senior API Management Engineer – Kong Enterprise Deployment at Blackspoke. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.
As a Senior API Management Engineer – Kong Enterprise Deployment, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Senior API Management Engineer – Kong Enterprise Deployment joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.
In this role, a typical day will include:
- 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.
What you will bring to us (Required Skills):
- 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 their 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.
What you will get:
- The opportunity to work on critical high-impact projects that contribute to national security.
- A high-growth environment with numerous opportunities for professional growth.
- A collaborative team environment that values innovation and efficiency.
- A competitive benefits package that underscores our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.
Location: Cortex - St. Louis, MO / Patriot Ridge - Springfield, VA
US Citizenship Required with Active Clearance.