Streaming Data Architect (Kafka / Confluent)

The Confluent Kafka Architect / SME will serve as the technical leader for Kafka and Confluent-based solutions across client engagements. You will architect scalable streaming platforms, guide implementation teams, support pre-sales and solutioning, and help establish Prolifics as a credible delivery partner in event-driven architecture and real-time data platforms., Architect event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform/Cloud, Kafka Streams, and ksqlDB

• Design scalable, secure real-time data pipelines

• Deploy and manage Kafka clusters across on-prem and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Define topic strategy, partitioning, replication, and retention policies

• Implement Kafka-based integration and modernization patterns

• Manage Kafka Connect, Schema Registry, and security configurations

• Monitor, tune performance, and manage incidents

• Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, or Kubernetes

• Support client architecture discussions and pre-sales efforts

5+ years experience with Apache Kafka or Confluent

• Strong understanding of Kafka architecture and internals

• Experience with Kafka Streams, ksqlDB, Kafka Connect

• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

• Kubernetes/container platform experience

• Proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala

• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills

Preferred Certifications

• Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka®

• Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka®

• Confluent Cloud Certified Operator

Nice to Have

• Experience with Confluent Cloud

• Large-scale distributed systems experience

• Exposure to AI/data streaming architectures

Prolifics offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays