Description:

Kong is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Insomnia team, which is a full-lifecycle API development platform.
The position is remote and available to candidates in Canada.
The role involves working with a globally distributed team to build the desktop Insomnia application, the accompanying Insomnia CLI, and other related products.
Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers, designers, and leaders to create meaningful product experiences, engaging with the Insomnia open source community, and maintaining strong engineering standards through discussions and code reviews.
Additional minor responsibilities may be required to contribute to building a great product within a small team.

Requirements:

Candidates must possess strong coding skills, focusing on creating understandable and maintainable software while collaborating effectively with others.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential, as demonstrated through the quality of technical specifications and feedback.
Empathy for teammates and end users is crucial, influencing the usability of the product and the collaborative work environment.
A willingness to learn and expand knowledge is expected.
Bonus points for candidates with an understanding of building software outside the web sandbox, as Insomnia often requires engineering for specific platforms like Electron.

Kong offers competitive compensation that varies based on location, role, skill set, and experience, with a typical base pay range for this role in the US being CAD $144780-$202825.
Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including sales incentives.
Benefits may vary by location, but US-based employees typically have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short and long-term disability benefits, and basic life and AD&D insurance.
Kong is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination.