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Job ID: JOB_ID_4105

Job Overview:

We are looking for a skilled API Engineer responsible for the design, implementation, and management of API lifecycles using Kong Enterprise Gateway and associated technologies. This role is critical for enhancing the security, performance, and scalability of LPL’s internal and external API integrations, particularly within AWS environments. The position is a long-term engagement based in Fort Mill, SC.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Kong API Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain Kong Gateway components including Plugins, Consumers, Routes, and Services.
  • API Security & Policy: Implement robust security measures such as OAuth2, JWT, and Rate Limiting within Kong to protect sensitive financial data.
  • Development & Integration: Develop API specifications (Swagger/OpenAPI) and integrate Kong with microservices architectures.
  • Automation: Utilize CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of Kong configurations, ensuring efficiency and consistency.
  • Performance Tuning: Monitor API performance, troubleshoot latency issues, and enable caching and load balancing strategies to optimize throughput.
  • Infrastructure Support: Collaborate with cloud teams to manage Kong deployments on cloud-native services, specifically AWS and Kubernetes (EKS).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience: 3-7+ years of experience in API development and API Gateway management.
  • Kong Expertise: Deep understanding of Kong Enterprise Gateway, including its Admin API, plugins, and Konnect.
  • Backend Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Java or Python.
  • API Technologies: Strong hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, SOAP, JSON, and OpenAPI specifications.
  • Cloud Platforms: Knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure, including EC2, EKS (Kubernetes), and networking concepts.

Desirable “Nice to Haves”:

  • Experience with WebMethods or other legacy integration tools.
  • Experience with GitOps methodologies (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
  • Knowledge of Service Mesh concepts.
  • Experience working in highly regulated industries, such as Finance/Banking, is highly desirable.

Employment Type:

  • Long Term Contract.

Compensation & Location

Salary: $65 – $85 per year (Estimated)

Location: Fort Mill, SC

Recruiter / Company – Contact Information

Recruiter / Employer: LPL Financial

Email: vikas@dvgts.com

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