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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Confluent Kafka Lead & Python Developer - **Company:** ImagineX Consulting - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Integration, Data Integrity, DevOps, Middleware, Fault Tolerance, Python (Programming Language), Mainframes, Enterprise Messaging Systems, NoSQL, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Data Processing, Power Platform Integration, System Availability, Backend, Gitlab, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Containerization, Low Latency, Apache Kafka, Terraform, Stream Processing, Data Pipelines, Docker, Jenkins, Confluent, Microservices - **Published:** May 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=81de46d0484582c1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems integration?, * Messaging Platforms: Extensive experience with Confluent Kafka, including Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, KSQL, and Schema Registry. * Programming: Senior-level proficiency in Python for building backend services, automation scripts, and data processing engines. * Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes. * Data Integration: Proven ability to build and deploy custom connectors and integrate diverse data sources (e.g., SQL/NoSQL databases, Mainframe systems) into Kafka clusters. * DevOps: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, or ArgoCD) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) is highly preferred., * 7+ years of experience in software development with at least 2 years in a technical lead or senior architectural capacity. * Strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience working in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments. * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on building resilient and fault-tolerant systems. ## Description We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Developer to serve as the Confluent Kafka Lead for our enterprise middleware initiatives. This critical role requires a specialized blend of deep expertise in the Confluent Kafka platform and robust Python development skills. 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