Software Engineer - Kubernetes at Kong | Milan

Are you ready to empower global connectivity?If you feel you don’t meet all the qualifications listed below but are eager to apply, we encourage you to do so. We value diverse experiences and are interested in candidates who excel in specific areas while demonstrating a willingness to grow in others.About the RoleAs a Software Engineer at Kong, you will be instrumental in the development and maintenance of our innovative API gateway and cloud-native connectivity solutions. You will contribute to high-performance software that enables organizations to adeptly manage APIs and microservices across various environments: cloud, on-premise, and hybrid.At Kong, we are pioneering API connectivity with both open-source and enterprise-grade solutions that serve some of the most demanding applications globally. Our flagship products, Kong Gateway Operator and Kong Ingress Controller, facilitate seamless, secure, and intelligent service connectivity for modern infrastructure, including Kubernetes, multi-cloud, and service mesh deployments. If you are passionate about distributed systems and cloud-native technologies and are eager to expand your expertise in high-performance APIs, we would love to connect with you!What You’ll Be DoingContributing to the development and upkeep of Kong’s Gateway Operator and Ingress Controller to ensure optimal reliability and performance.Delivering tasks that meet acceptance criteria, working on moderate-scope problems requiring analysis of various factors.Writing clear, maintainable, and thoroughly tested code in Golang, ensuring code quality through automated testing and engaging in peer reviews.Collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, DevOps) to create new features and foster effective internal relationships.Participating in the design of components within a larger system, understanding trade-offs of different approaches and articulating your reasoning.Debugging and resolving issues within your area of the codebase, exercising judgment within established procedures and practices.Engaging with the open-source community under the mentorship of senior team members.What You’ll Bring1-2+ years of professional software engineering experience (or equivalent).Strong proficiency in Golang (or strong proficiency in C/C++/Java/Python with a willingness to learn Golang).

Join Us in Empowering Global Connections!At Kong, we value diverse experiences and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We're searching for candidates who are particularly strong in certain areas while displaying interest and capabilities in others.Role Overview:As a vital member of our Runtime Organization, you will contribute to the development of our Data Plane products, which serve as the cornerstone of our API platform: Kong Gateway, Kong AI Gateway, Kong Mesh, and Kong Event Gateway. We are seeking a proactive Staff Engineer specializing in security to enhance the security across our Data Plane offerings, collaborating with various engineering teams to fortify our code and infrastructure. This hands-on technical leadership position requires a unique combination of deep technical knowledge and outstanding communication skills.Key Responsibilities:Serve as a bridge between the Kong Runtime engineering teams and the security organization to define innovative requirements for the security roadmap.Promote security best practices throughout the Kong Runtime engineering organization.Research, design, implement, and maintain security-oriented frameworks and features aimed at hardening Kong’s Data Plane and safeguarding our customers.Provide routine security engineering designs and conduct code reviews for sensitive pathways.Dismantle complex challenges into manageable tasks while swiftly prototyping and contributing to security initiatives through agile methodologies.Mentor and coach Kong Runtime engineers on security best practices..Qualifications:8+ years of experience in leading teams to develop, deliver, and maintain sophisticated software solutions, with a strong emphasis on security.Proficiency in Golang or Rust.In-depth knowledge of security across all levels of the TCP/IP stack.Solid grasp of concepts such as Test-Driven Development, Secure SDLC, and Secure Code Reviews, along with the ability to identify and mitigate threats and vulnerabilities in code and infrastructure.Familiarity with cloud service providers like AWS and GCP.

Join Us in Revolutionizing Global Connections!At Kong, we understand that not every candidate will meet every requirement. If you're excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We value unique strengths and interests!Role Overview:As a Software Engineer specializing in the Control Plane, you will design, develop, and maintain microservices that drive Kong Konnect, our innovative Service Connectivity Platform. Collaborating closely with Product Management and cross-functional engineering teams, your contributions will directly influence our customers' success and the overall growth of Kong.Your Responsibilities:Develop and maintain essential services for Kong Konnect, including our cloud-hosted control plane for managing customer configurations.Create innovative solutions for moderately complex technical challenges.Provide production support through participation in an on-call rotation.Implement automated testing to ensure code reliability and prevent regressions.Complete additional tasks as assigned by your manager.Your Qualifications:A minimum of 3 years of experience in software development, focusing on complex solutions.Proficiency in Go programming language.Hands-on experience in building and troubleshooting microservices and distributed systems.Familiarity with DevOps practices, including monitoring and observability.Knowledge of L4/L7 proxies such as Nginx, HAProxy, Envoy, etc.Experience in developing and supporting large-scale SaaS platforms, with expertise in containerization and Kubernetes.Strong understanding of API design and management throughout the API lifecycle.Solid experience in data modeling in relational databases.Proficient with Git and GitHub workflows.Strong advocacy for test-driven development and automated testing.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Bonus Qualifications:Experience with cloud-native application development.

Join Us in Powering Global Connections!At Kong, we believe that innovation knows no bounds. If you’re excited about the prospect of transforming how businesses interact with AI technologies, we invite you to apply. Don’t worry if you don't meet every single qualification; we value diverse experiences and are eager to find strong candidates who can grow with us.Your Role:As a Senior Software Engineer in our AI Gateway Team, you will play a pivotal role in developing the Kong AI gateway, which empowers organizations and developers worldwide to manage every aspect of their AI and LLM innovations. You will be responsible for key functionalities such as multi-LLM routing, semantic caching, and much more.Your Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain software for API management tailored for AI and LLMs.Architect innovative features, including proxy capabilities and load balancing, to expand Kong AI Gateway’s offerings.Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and implement low-level enhancements.Bridge the gap between Kong and third-party deployment tools.Mentor junior team members, fostering their growth and development.Execute additional tasks as assigned by management.Your Qualifications:A minimum of 5 years of experience in server-side application programming.Proven experience in designing, prototyping, and building scalable applications.Strong technical skills in Linux systems troubleshooting and profiling.Expertise in distributed systems, Linux networking, and programming related to API transport protocols.Ability to work seamlessly in a remote, distributed team environment.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; documentation is a key aspect of the role.Familiarity with AI and LLM concepts is a plus.

Kong Inc. is expanding its Milan team and hiring a Security Engineer to help safeguard the platforms, systems, and services behind Kong’s products and internal operations. Security sits at the heart of Kong’s mission as the company delivers API connectivity and AI infrastructure to enterprise clients worldwide. Role overview This position centers on protecting Kong’s cloud infrastructure and production systems. The Security Engineer will work side by side with engineering teams to identify risks, strengthen security practices, and support customer trust as Kong grows globally. What you will do Design, implement, and refine security controls for cloud infrastructure and internal systems. Collaborate with Engineering, DevOps, and Platform teams to embed security best practices into development and deployment workflows. Monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents in cloud and production environments. Conduct security assessments, manage vulnerabilities, and analyze risks for both infrastructure and applications. Advance identity and access management, secrets management, and privileged access controls. Support compliance initiatives and help maintain security standards company-wide. Build and improve automation for security monitoring, alerting, and remediation. Contribute to shaping Kong’s long-term security strategy as the company continues to scale. Requirements Professional experience in Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, or related fields. Strong practical skills with cloud platforms, especially AWS. Solid understanding of Linux systems administration and security. Background in securing production environments and distributed systems. Kong encourages applicants who excel in some areas and are motivated to grow in others. Those with a strong foundation in security and a willingness to learn are welcome to apply, even if every requirement is not met.

Are you excited to enhance global connections?At Kong, we believe in the power of collaboration. If you feel you may not meet every requirement listed below but are enthusiastic about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We're seeking candidates who excel in key areas while having an interest in others.About the Role:Join our rapidly expanding Event Gateway team at Kong, where we are revolutionizing how events interact with our platform. As developers and architects leverage Kong's Event Gateway for diverse applications, your contributions will help shape our product through valuable feedback.As a Software Engineer on the Event Gateway team, you will focus on developing core functionalities, beginning with the Kafka proxy and later branching out to MQTT, AMQP, and additional event protocols. You'll collaborate closely with engineers from various runtimes and the Konnect SaaS platform.Your Responsibilities:Design and maintain a high-performance Kafka protocol proxy.Architect, design, and implement innovative features to enhance the Event Proxy's capabilities.Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and conduct low-level enhancements.Collaborate with other data plane engineers to elevate the Kong runtime platform.Complete additional tasks as assigned by your manager.What You Bring:A minimum of 2 years of experience in server-side applications and components.At least 2 years of Rust programming experience, with a solid grasp of async Rust.Proven experience in distributed systems and Linux networking, with an understanding of L7 and L4 APIs and protocols.Ability to thrive in a remote, distributed team environment.A strong sense of ownership and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as documentation is a key aspect of our engineering culture.Bonus Points:Practical experience with Tokio.Contributions to Rust open-source projects.Hands-on experience with various event-driven architectures.

Role overview Speechify is looking for a Software Engineer focused on Data Infrastructure & Acquisition in Milan. This role involves designing and building systems that handle how data is acquired and processed. The work plays a key part in scaling and refining Speechify’s data operations. What you will do Design and implement data infrastructure to support acquisition and processing needs Develop systems that boost efficiency and reliability in data workflows Contribute to ongoing improvements as data requirements expand Location This position is based in Milan, Italy.

About SatispayAt Satispay, we are redefining everyday transactions, making them straightforward, equitable, and accessible to everyone. Our vision extends beyond payments; we aim to pioneer the future of monetary transactions.As a movement, we empower millions by uniting under a common mission to address significant challenges. Our journey has just begun. We embrace speed, bold thinking, and mutual trust, encouraging each other to break boundaries while continuously learning and evolving.If you're in search of more than just a job, and aspire to create something meaningful with a talented team, you've found your place.ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Backend Software Engineer within the Business Team, you will be pivotal in shaping the future of digital welfare payments. Your role encompasses everything from employer benefits to intricate products, ensuring a seamless journey for both employers and employees while maintaining long-term satisfaction. You will guide the technical direction, quality, and delivery of complex systems that enhance services across teams, empowering thousands of employers to manage their corporate welfare effectively. Your daily tasks will include:Develop Multi-Service Solutions: Lead the technical analysis for medium to large projects impacting multiple services in the Employer domain. You will design comprehensive, highly-available solutions with a focus on scalability, security, and maintainability, integral to our welfare core products.Uphold Technical Excellence: You will implement rigorous testing strategies, balancing automation with manual processes, and oversee gradual rollouts with careful monitoring to maintain precision and reliability in welfare distributions.Identify and Resolve Challenges: Proactively foresee and address technical blockers, fostering knowledge sharing throughout your organization. You'll tackle the unique challenges of B2B registration flows and high-volume benefit distributions while ensuring code quality through active reviews.Ownership and Execution: Take full ownership of your projects, delivering features that truly cater to user needs—from the moment an employer signs up to when an employee utilizes their welfare benefits—through efficient back-end integration.Mentorship: Provide mentorship and technical support to junior and mid-level engineers, significantly contributing to their professional development.

Are you a talented .NET Developer looking to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic team in Milan, where you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and develop innovative software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain robust applications that meet the needs of our clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive and creative environment.

Position Overview:Are you passionate about creating exceptional products? As a Senior Software Engineer at accesso, you will collaborate with a talented team of engineers, leveraging your skills to enhance the accesso Horizon ticketing and visitor management system. This platform boasts a comprehensive feature set, global functionality, and robust scalability, enabling attractions to streamline their ticket sales, distribution, and redemption processes. Location: Based in Milan, Italy, this role primarily requires in-office presence, but we offer a flexible hybrid schedule allowing you to work from home 1-2 days a week.Reports to: Software Development ManagerTravel Requirement: Up to 20%. While travel is infrequent, occasional visits to accesso client sites may be necessary, and this travel could be global.

About SatispaySatispay is on a mission to transform everyday payments by making them straightforward, equitable, and accessible for everyone. Our vision extends even further as we aim to redefine the future of financial transactions. As a collective, we empower millions of individuals, united by a common goal to address significant challenges in the payments landscape. We are just beginning this exciting journey.Joining the Core Team means you'll be working on pivotal systems that manage interactions with external banking institutions, orchestrate seamless payments, and establish the critical infrastructure for Identity and Access Management (IAM). Our team also oversees vital risk management services, including credit risk assessment and fraud detection.We thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing bold ideas and trusting one another to challenge conventions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you seek more than just a job – if you aspire to create something meaningful alongside a skilled team – you have found the right place.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs a Staff Software Engineer within the Core Team, your contributions will be vital in shaping the infrastructure of our payment platform. You will engage with mission-critical systems that drive Satispay, guaranteeing reliability, consistency, and security for millions of users.Your daily tasks will include:Defining Technical Strategy: You will outline the long-term technical direction for our core domains, architecting complex subsystems that underpin the entire organization while balancing cross-product demands with the need for exceptional speed and dependability.Architecting Core Financial Systems: You will engineer and scale high-throughput engines that manage our transaction ledger, payment orchestration, and integrate with external banks, ensuring our data remains accurate and readily accessible.Owning Identity & Security Infrastructure: You will establish the foundational infrastructure for Identity and Access Management (IAM), building and maintaining the authentication and authorization layers to safeguard our users.Engineering Risk & Fraud Solutions: You will devise and enhance sophisticated services aimed at managing credit risk and fraud detection, implementing real-time protection mechanisms for the company.Providing Technical Thought Leadership: You will play a key role in the product development lifecycle, actively defining requirements and guiding the team through complex challenges.

Role Overview Speechify is hiring a Software Engineer focused on iOS Core Product development in Milan, Italy. This role centers on building and refining features for iOS apps that help users improve their reading experience worldwide. What You Will Do Design, develop, and maintain reliable, high-quality code for iOS applications Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver new features and improvements Contribute ideas to enhance the user experience for a global audience Location This position is based in Milan, Italy.

Join our innovative team at Casavo as a Senior Backend Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing high-performance backend solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional products that enhance our users' experience.

Your Opportunity:Join Mollie, where our mission is to revolutionize payments and money management for businesses across Europe. With two decades of expertise, we provide a direct and cost-effective solution that has transformed the payment landscape for over 250,000 businesses. Our dedicated team of 850 professionals spans across Europe, from Lisbon to London, all working towards simplifying financial processes.As a hands-on Engineering Manager, you will spearhead a talented team of engineers to define and execute the technical roadmap for our innovative products. Collaborating with diverse teams, you will contribute to shaping the product strategy and represent engineering in crucial technical discussions. Your efforts will significantly enhance product quality, scalability, and innovation, playing a pivotal role in our collective success.What You'll Be Doing:Lead a dynamic team of application engineers, embodying a hands-on leadership style that is expected of all engineering managers.Leverage your strong technical acumen and proven experience in large-scale distributed systems to guide teams through intricate technical transitions.Drive strategic technical decisions in collaboration with cross-functional teams, leading initiatives that align with overarching business and product goals.Identify opportunities for team improvement, propose actionable solutions, and coordinate efforts to enhance team velocity and effectiveness.Shape the broader domain vision, influence strategic direction, and establish objectives for continuous product enhancement.Balance hands-on engineering responsibilities with strategic oversight, taking pride in mentoring and developing high-performing teams.Maintain a results-driven mindset focused on delivering impactful outcomes at scale and speed.

Join AECOM as a Civil Engineer in Milan, where you will play a crucial role in shaping infrastructure projects that enhance communities. As a member of our dynamic team, you will collaborate with industry experts to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our clients and the environment. Your expertise will be vital in all phases of project development, from planning to execution.

Join Winthrop Technologies, a premier data center delivery partner renowned for providing comprehensive turnkey solutions across Europe. Headquartered in Dublin, we are at the forefront of the data center industry, specializing in an end-to-end service model that encompasses design, construction, and commissioning across civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.As a leading trusted partner in the sector, we are actively engaged in multiple data center projects across 7 European countries, managing an impressive over 500 MW of IT load.The Electrical Engineers will collaborate with a team of skilled electrical sub-contractors, contributing to the design, development, and installation of extensive electrical systems while adhering to project timelines. This role will be based on-site at our Milan project.Key Responsibilities:Oversee all activities in alignment with the Winthrop Integrated Management System.Review and coordinate design drawings as required.Provide technical guidance and support to sub-contracted personnel.Prioritize tasks and allocate responsibilities within the technical team.Ensure compliance with site and project standards, focusing on health and safety regulations.Utilize troubleshooting methods to address and rectify issues as they arise.Maintain document control to ensure all records are accurate and current.Prepare handover and test documentation for systems.Uphold rigorous standards of compliance and governance, including:Monitoring health and safety practices on-site, ensuring all contractors operate safely.Evaluating work processes and implementing improvements for safety.Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization from all subcontractors.Completing weekly safety checks.

Your OpportunityJoin Mollie, where we are dedicated to simplifying payment processes and financial management for businesses across Europe. With more than 250,000 businesses relying on our services, we strive to eliminate the financial complexities that can stifle innovation and growth. We believe that payment acceptance, revenue generation, capital access, and money management should be straightforward for our merchants.As a Senior Application Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in crafting financial products that redefine how businesses handle their finances. As we expand into new markets and scale our transaction volumes, we are excited to unveil new products that enhance our offerings. This is your chance to turn your ideas into reality and make a significant impact on our projects. For instance, Mollie Capital provides easy access to flexible financing options, aiding businesses in their growth and cash flow management. Our in-person payments solution allows merchants to accept payments seamlessly at physical locations using our terminal and mobile app. These innovations mark just the beginning of our journey towards offering a comprehensive payment and money management platform.Welcome to Our Milan Hub:In 2023, we proudly established our new hub in Milan, one of Europe's most dynamic cities. Since its launch, this hub has rapidly evolved and is making significant contributions to Mollie’s mission through dedicated, agile engineering teams focused on innovating and enhancing our next-generation payment products. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team comprising Data, Machine Learning, Platform, and Product professionals to expedite our product delivery.Your Responsibilities:Large-Scale System Development: Design and engineer robust systems capable of managing high transaction volumes effectively.API and Service Engineering: Develop, maintain, and enhance APIs and services across Mollie’s engineering teams.Technical Leadership: Spearhead technical projects from architecture to implementation, ensuring top-notch engineering standards.Innovative Problem-Solving: Employ your creativity to address challenges and enhance our solutions.

About UsSibill serves as the comprehensive accounting and financial operating system designed specifically for small and medium businesses (SMBs). We recognize that outdated tools and fragmented data waste valuable hours for entrepreneurs each week. Our mission is to reclaim that time by unifying invoicing, payments, treasury, and accounting into a single, modern platform.Supported by esteemed international investors, including Keen Venture Partners (Fiscozen), Founders A/S (Pleo), Exor Ventures (Qonto, Alan), Notion Capital, and recently Creandum, which is known for its early-stage support of Klarna and Spotify, we have earned the trust of thousands of entrepreneurs. Our ambition? To reach millions. This is just the beginning.

Growth Engineer - MarketingJoin Satispay, a pioneering company committed to transforming everyday payments into a seamless, fair, and inclusive experience. Our vision extends beyond transactions; we aim to reshape the future of money.As part of a vibrant movement, we empower millions and tackle significant challenges through innovation and collaboration. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact alongside a talented team, you’re in the right place.Role OverviewAs a Growth Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing tools and systems that enhance the effectiveness of our Marketing, Sales, and Growth teams. This position offers a unique opportunity for a driven individual to merge engineering, data, and business acumen, directly influencing Satispay’s B2B and B2C growth within the dynamic FinTech landscape.Key Responsibilities:Tool Development: Design, build, and sustain internal marketing and growth tools such as lead enrichment, AI agents, website scraping solutions, CRM tools, competitor analytics, and conversion optimization resources.AI & Automation: Identify and implement AI-driven solutions and automation strategies that address specific business challenges.Website Management: Develop and optimize websites, widgets, and landing pages to enhance experimentation and improve conversion rates across acquisition channels.Technical Leadership: Take ownership of technical projects from concept through to production, collaborating closely with Marketing, Sales, RevOps, and Data teams.Innovation: Continuously seek out new tools, APIs, and technologies, making strategic decisions on whether to build or buy to maximize efficiency and impact.

Winthrop Technologies serves as a premier partner in delivering data center solutions across Europe, with our headquarters in Dublin. Our firm specializes in comprehensive, turnkey solutions, managing the entire process from design to construction, covering an extensive range of civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical services, including commissioning.As a trusted leader in the industry, Winthrop stands out as the only dedicated data center delivery partner throughout Europe. Currently, we are engaged in multiple large-scale data center projects across the continent, collectively representing over 500 MW of IT load.We are on the lookout for skilled CSA Engineers to join our team for a significant data center initiative in Milan. The ideal candidates will oversee the Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) aspects of the projects, ensuring that quality, safety, and timeline objectives are met consistently. This position demands robust technical expertise, exceptional coordination abilities, and a collaborative approach to working with subcontractors, the quality assurance team, and design engineers.