Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer
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Job description
- Lead the design and implementation of enterprise Kafka and Confluent Platform solutions (Kafka, Schema Registry, Connect, ksqlDB).
- Develop Python-based Kafka producers and consumers, building scalable streaming applications.
- Design event-driven integration patterns bridging microservices, data stores, APIs, and third-party systems.
- Implement Kafka security controls including TLS encryption, SASL/OAuth authentication, and ACL-based authorization.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure provisioning, and implement monitoring and alerting systems.
Requirements
Our client, a leading organization in the technology and data solutions sector, is seeking a Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer to join their dynamic team. As a Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer, you will be part of the Data Engineering Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, innovative thinking, and collaborative spirit, which will align successfully in the organization., * 6-10+ years of experience in software or data engineering, with at least 4 years of hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and Confluent Platform.
- Strong proficiency in Python for backend and streaming development, with experience building production-grade services.
- Experience deploying Kafka and applications in cloud or hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of Kafka internals, schema evolution, and Kafka Connect architectures.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Benefits & conditions
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge event-driven architecture and real-time data solutions.
- Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of professionals.
- Engage in continuous learning and professional development.
- Contribute to impactful projects that modernize data platforms and analytics capabilities.
- Be part of an organization recognized for its commitment to diversity and ethical standards.
Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay