Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Kong, the leading cloud native API platform, is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join their development team. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of Kong's software products, with a focus on Go and RESTful API development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing and development, with 5+ years of experience in complex software solutions.

As part of the Control Plane team, you'll work closely with developers to contribute to pull requests, understand new features, and proactively address inefficiencies. You should be capable of understanding new feature code, engaging with team members to ask clarifying questions, and being self-motivated to identify and resolve issues as they arise.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing solutions to technical problems of moderate complexity, supporting services in production through an on-call rotation, and writing automated tests to ensure code behavior and avoid regressions. The role requires expertise in Golang (with bonus points for Lua experience), experience with large-scale SaaS platforms, and a solid understanding of git and GitHub workflows.

Kong offers a unique opportunity to work on a platform that powers the most critical traffic volumes for both startups and Fortune 500 companies. With over 300 million downloads, Kong's API gateway is at the forefront of the cloud-native revolution. By joining Kong, you'll be part of a mission to build the nervous system that will safely and reliably connect all of humankind through APIs.

If you're passionate about test-driven development, have excellent communication skills, and want to contribute to a rapidly growing field where 83% of web traffic is API calls, this role at Kong could be your next exciting career move. Apply now to be part of a team that's shaping the future of API connectivity and cloud-native technologies.