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BDR Solutions LLC

API Gateway Engineer (Kong)

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

$170K - $210K/yr

BDR Solutions is building a candidate pipeline for the Kong / API Gateway Surge Engineer role for potential CLIN 0006 authorization. This role provides product-specific surge support when IRS ...

Kong

Software Engineer, Core Platform

Olympia, WA · On-site

$110K - $200K/yr

Kong Inc., a leading developer of cloud API technologies, is on a mission to enable companies around the world to become "API-first" and securely accelerate AI adoption. Kong helps organizations ...

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Kong

Forward Deployed Engineer

Trenton, NJ · Remote

$133K - $190K/yr

As organizations modernize for AI-driven connectivity, Kong is uniquely positioned at the center of enterprise transformation. We are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to join Kong's growing ...

Kong

Senior Revenue Program Manager

Albany, NY · Remote

$140K - $150K/yr

As Kong continues to scale, we are seeking an experienced Revenue Programs Manager. Reporting to the Director of Global Revenue Programs, you will take ownership of a broad portfolio of strategic ...

Kong

Software Engineer, Core Platform

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$110K - $200K/yr

Kong Inc., a leading developer of cloud API technologies, is on a mission to enable companies around the world to become "API-first" and securely accelerate AI adoption. Kong helps organizations ...

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Kong

Forward Deployed Engineer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$120K - $172K/yr

As organizations modernize for AI-driven connectivity, Kong is uniquely positioned at the center of enterprise transformation. About the Role: We are seeking a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) to join ...

Kong

Staff Solutions Engineer - Northeast

Boston, MA · On-site

Kong Inc. is a leading developer of API and AI connectivity technologies, building the infrastructure that powers the agentic era. As a Staff Solutions Engineer, you will act as a trusted technical ...

KONG

Enterprise Account Executive, Northeast I

Boston, MA · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

At Kong, we offer UNCAPPED COMMISSIONS with MASSIVE UPSIDE , competitive benefits, and equity in a company with huge growth potential. What You'll Be Doing: * Develop and execute sales strategies to ...

Kong

Senior Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

The Mission Volcano is Kong's most forward-leaning product team -- building the infrastructure layer for the agentic era from first principles. We are looking for somebody who can ship a front-end: ...

Kong

Senior SRE, Managed Gateways

Olympia, WA · Remote

$113K - $162K/yr

Kong's Managed Gateways is the fastest-growing product in the Kong portfolio, a SaaS offering with ARR growing multifold. As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer focused on Managed Gateways, you'll be ...

Kong

Enterprise Account Executive, Southeast

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$340K - $400K/yr

At Kong, we offer UNCAPPED COMMISSIONS with MASSIVE UPSIDE , competitive benefits, and equity in a company with huge growth potential. What You'll Do: * Develop and execute sales strategies to target ...

Kong

Staff Solutions Engineer - New York

Kong is a leading developer of API and AI connectivity technologies, and they are seeking a Staff Solutions Engineer to help enterprises transition to cloud-native ecosystems. The role involves ...

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How much do kong jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for kong in the United States is $20.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Kong engineer?

Kong engineers are professionals who specialize in the deployment, management, and optimization of the Kong API gateway and related technologies. They are responsible for setting up Kong to manage, secure, and monitor APIs for organizations of all sizes. Their tasks often include configuring plugins, troubleshooting issues, integrating Kong with other services, and ensuring high performance and security of API traffic. These engineers typically possess skills in cloud infrastructure, networking, and API management, and may work with both open-source Kong and Kong Enterprise solutions.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Kong API Gateway engineer?

To thrive as a Kong API Gateway Engineer, you need expertise in API management, networking concepts, and proficiency in programming languages like Lua or Go, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with Kong Gateway, RESTful APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, and relevant certifications such as Kong Associate Developer are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams and troubleshooting complex integrations. These skills are essential for ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing API infrastructure within modern applications.

What are typical challenges faced by engineers working with Kong API Gateway, and how can they be addressed?

Engineers working with Kong API Gateway often encounter challenges related to scaling, plugin customization, and integration with diverse backend systems. Managing high traffic loads requires careful configuration and monitoring to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Customizing plugins may involve working with Lua or Go, which can present a learning curve. Collaborating closely with DevOps, security, and backend teams is crucial to ensure seamless implementation and to address security and compliance requirements. Regularly participating in knowledge-sharing sessions and leveraging community resources can also help overcome these challenges.

What is the difference between Kong vs API Gateway Developer?

AspectKongAPI Gateway Developer
CredentialsCertifications in API management, cloud platforms, or Kong-specific trainingKnowledge of API management, scripting, and cloud certifications
Work EnvironmentCloud-based, API management platforms, DevOps teamsDevelopment teams, API design, and integration projects
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, SaaS providers, API-centric organizationsSoftware development firms, API-focused roles in various industries

While Kong is a specific API management platform used to deploy, secure, and manage APIs, an API Gateway Developer is a role focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining API gateways, which may include Kong or other platforms. Both roles require API knowledge, but Kong specialists focus on the platform's features, whereas API Gateway Developers have broader responsibilities across different tools and environments.

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Infographic showing various Kong job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,833 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

API Gateway Engineer (Kong)

BDR Solutions LLC

Herndon, VA • On-site, Remote

$170K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Description
BDR Solutions, LLC, (BDR) supports the U.S. Federal Government in successfully achieving its mission and goals. Our service and solution delivery starts with understanding each client's end-state, and then seamlessly integrating within each Agency's organization to improve and enhance business and technical operations and deployments.
Position Summary:
BDR Solutions is building a candidate pipeline for the Kong / API Gateway Surge Engineer role for potential CLIN 0006 authorization. This role provides product-specific surge support when IRS authorizes a new API gateway product and determines additional capacity is needed. Surge work covers: gateway configuration, plugins/policies, routing, developer portal configuration, environment promotion, accelerated API migration waves, CI/CD integration, governance validation, observability integration, and knowledge transfer.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide product-specific engineering support for gateway configuration, plugins/policies, routing, certificates, runtime groups, developer portal configuration, and environment promotion within Government-approved boundaries
  • Support accelerated API migration wave preparation, test execution, defect resolution, rollback validation, and dual-run troubleshooting when Government authorizes
  • Support EAG/API-gateway CI/CD integration touchpoints, GitOps/configuration-as-code artifacts, governance validation, and observability and monitoring integration for the approved gateway product
  • Provide knowledge transfer, technical office hours, configuration documentation, surge activity status reporting, and completion evidence for Government acceptance

Required Qualifications:
  • Deep product-specific experience with Kong Enterprise, Kong Konnect, or comparable API gateway platform: plugins/policies, developer portal configuration, GitOps, observability integration
  • API migration support: wave preparation, dual-run troubleshooting, rollback validation, test execution within Government-paced delivery
  • CI/CD integration with Government-owned DevSecOps platforms for gateway configuration deployment - does not own CI/CD platform
  • Knowledge transfer and technical documentation in a federal delivery context
  • Active IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) required.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Kong Certified Professional certification
  • Direct Kong Enterprise federal implementation experience

The salary compensation range for this position is $170,000 - $210,000. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
This position is contingent upon contract award. Employment is not guaranteed and will proceed only if the associated contract is awarded and funded.
In addition, U.S Citizenship is required. Select applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
BDR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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