Senior Staff Solutions Engineer

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

The Senior Staff Solutions Engineer will architect and deliver complex API management solutions, lead automation initiatives, and mentor junior engineers while overseeing client project delivery for Kong in Australia.

Role Snapshot

• Architect API management platforms
• Lead complex API design
• Drive CI/CD automation
• Mentor junior engineers
• Own client project delivery
• Ensure security and compliance
• Integrate diverse systems

Must-Have Requirements

• API Design & Management
• Authentication & Authorization
• CI/CD Automation
• Docker
• Git
• Linux
• System Integration
• Project Management
• Technical Communication
• Cybersecurity
• Software Development Life Cycle
• solutions engineering
• software architecture
• senior development
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Experience with Kong platform
• Master's degree
• experience with Kong platform
• Kong platform

Work Setup

• Location: Sydney, Australia
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Salary range
• Remote eligibility
• Relocation
• Notice period
• Travel
• Security clearance
• Coding test

What You'll Likely Work On

• Design and implement complex API architectures using industry‑leading design and management principles
• Create secure authentication and authorization solutions for API services
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to accelerate development and deployment
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Scope, plan, and execute client projects, ensuring timely delivery
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Leverage Docker, Git, and Linux for solution development, deployment, and troubleshooting
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for the Software Development Life Cycle and system integration

Good Fit If You Have

• Experience with Kong’s API platform is a strong advantage
• Master’s degree preferred but not required
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability in complex technical environments
• Comfort communicating technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences