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# IT - Senior Technology Architect | Microservices | Microservices API Management

- **Company:** Cloudspace LLC
- **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Databases, Data Integration, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Process Driven Development, Scrum Methodology, Role-Based Access Control, Ansible, Cloudera, Data Streaming, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Data Lineage, Apache Flink, Apache Kafka, Api Design, Stream Processing, Confluent, Microservices
- **Published:** July 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us090d85648e80a800dde32897baf19010

## About the Role

8+ years of experience in designing and architecting solutions using Apache Kafka, with hands-on experience in Confluent Kafka
Ability to lead client engagements, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and guide implementation teams
Deep understanding of Kafka internals, KRaft architecture, and Confluent components
Experience with Confluent Cloud, Stream Governance, Data Lineage, and RBAC
Expertise in stream processing (Apache Flink, Kafka Streams, ksqlDB) and event-driven architecture
Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala
Proven ability to integrate Kafka with enterprise systems (databases, APIs, microservices)
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and Kubernetes
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation (Ansible, CFK)
Acceptable Alternatives:
Experience with other Kafka platforms such as Open-source Kafka, Cloudera Kafka, AWS MSK, etc.
Solid understanding of Kafka architecture and operational management in enterprise environments.
Experience in professional services or implementation consulting for SaaS products, especially involving data integration, streaming, or enterprise architecture
Desired skills:
High analytical skills
A high degree of initiative and flexibility
High customer orientation
High quality awareness
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

## Description

As a Confluent Solution Architect, you will lead the design and architecture of enterprise-grade streaming solutions using Apache Kafka and the Confluent Platform. You will work closely with clients to understand business requirements, define integration strategies, and guide implementation teams in building scalable, secure, and resilient data streaming ecosystems., Project Code :Confluent PS Takeover and GTM


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