Software Engineer 2 - Gateway UI
full-time•Shanghai
About this role
Are you ready to power the World's connections?
If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.
About the role:
We’re looking for a UI Engineer with a passion for building technical tools and scalable design systems. You will be responsible for building UI features, integrations, tools, and custom single page applications. You will collaborate closely with the design org and work with cross functional engineering teams to uphold standards and consistency. You have a deep understanding of UI principles, an understanding of user experience, and the skill and drive to build scalable single page web applications.
What you'll be doing:
Writing frontend code using TypeScript and Vue.js.
Working cross-functionally with other teams to deliver a consistent user experience.
Deliver high-quality software by writing automated tests.
And any additional tasks required by the manager.
What you'll bring:
3-6 years of experience writing JavaScript, and a history of using TypeScript in production.
Knowledge of Vue.js, or a proven history of learning new technologies quickly.
Excellent visual and written communication skills, to collaborate effectively with design, product, and engineering teams.
Bonus Points:
Experience working on technical products and data visualizations.
Contributions to a UI component library.
Experience with NGINX/OpenResty/Kong/LuaJIT.
About Kong:
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 globally — from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises — unleash developer productivity, build securely, and accelerate time to market. For more information about Kong, please visit www.konghq.com or follow us on X @thekonginc.
What you'll do
- You will be responsible for building UI features, integrations, tools, and custom single page applications. Collaborate closely with the design organization and cross-functional engineering teams to uphold standards and consistency.
About Kong
Powering the API World. No AI without APIs.
Kong enables any company to become an API-first company. Kong’s unified cloud native API platform is easy to use and works in any environment — unleashing developer productivity, automating security, and boosting performance of APIs and microservices at scale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Software Engineer 2 - Gateway UI do at Kong?
As a Software Engineer 2 - Gateway UI at Kong, you will: you will be responsible for building UI features, integrations, tools, and custom single page applications. Collaborate closely with the design organization and cross-functional engineering teams to uphold standards and consistency..
Is the Software Engineer 2 - Gateway UI position at Kong remote?
The Software Engineer 2 - Gateway UI position at Kong is based in Shanghai, Shanghai, China. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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