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Cognizant · 13 hours ago

Kong API Developer - Senior Associate - 67468421

Eagan, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $100K/yr

Cognizant is seeking a Senior Associate Kong API Developer who will contribute to the design and development of APIs and microservices in the Payer domain. The role involves hands-on technical expertise in Java, API management, and cloud deployment, emphasizing collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable systems.

ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain REST/API services with robust testing using Postman and Swagger Hub

Implement Kong OSS, Kong Insomnia, and Kong Enterprise solutions for API management

Utilize Docker and Kubernetes to support deployment and performance optimization

Apply Lua scripting and JavaScript to customize system functionalities

Support authentication and authorization processes with Security Protocols and JSON Web Tokens

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth integration of solutions

Stay current with emerging technologies and apply them to enhance existing systems

Qualification

JavaKong technologiesDockerKubernetesREST/API testingSecurity ProtocolsJSON Web TokensLua scriptingJavaScriptEagerness to learnPayer domain knowledgeCollaboration skills

Required

Strong Java background with experience in API and microservice development

Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes

Hands-on experience with Kong technologies (OSS, Insomnia, Enterprise)

Familiarity with REST/API testing tools (Postman, Swagger Hub)

Understanding of Security Protocols and JSON Web Tokens

Experience with Lua scripting and JavaScript

Knowledge of the Payer domain and compliance requirements

Preferred

Experience with Swagger and Stoplight for API documentation

Ability to translate technical requirements into practical solutions

Strong collaboration skills and eagerness to learn from senior team members

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company

Cognizant

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Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.

Founded in 1994

Teaneck, New Jersey, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.cognizant.com

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

$0.24M

Key Investors

Summit Financial Wealth Advisors

2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity

2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M

1998-06-19IPO

Leadership Team

Ravi Kumar S

Chief Executive Officer

Anil Cheriyan

CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology

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