Overview

Are you ready to sit at the epicenter of the API and AI connectivity revolution? As a Staff Solutions Engineer at Kong, you will not just be selling a platform. You will step in as a trusted technical advisor helping the world's most innovative enterprises architect secure, scalable API ecosystems while navigating the transition into the agentic AI era. Kong sits at the exact intersection of API management and AI connectivity, and you will be the person who makes that story real for customers. This is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Support field sales in helping customers understand the true value of the Kong API and AI connectivity platform.
Conduct discovery conversations to understand complex customer requirements and map them directly to Kong solutions from initial product reviews through to production.
Support proof of concept projects throughout the entire evaluation process by owning technical validation and stakeholder alignment.

Requirements

Extensive background in solutions engineering or a closely related technical customer facing role.
Strong grasp of API management, microservices architectures, and emerging AI connectivity trends.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences.
A curious mindset and a willingness to learn on the job even if you do not check every single box.

What You'll Gain

The opportunity to shape the future of enterprise API and AI ecosystems.
A flexible, fully remote working environment with a globally distributed team.
Continuous learning opportunities and career growth in a fast-paced technology sector.