Cloud Platform Engineer - Kafka Specialist

Overview

Remote
On Site
USD75 - USD80
Contract - W2

Skills

Cloud Platform Engineer - Kafka Specialist

Job Details

job summary:

We're looking for an experienced Cloud Platform Engineer to lead the design and implementation of Kafka-based streaming solutions on the Confluent Cloud platform. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate Kafka into applications, manage Kafka infrastructure, and support platform upgrades. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise with Confluent Kafka, KSQL DB, Schema Registry, and Kafka connectors.




Must-Have Skills:




  • Confluent Event Streaming Platform (Confluent Kafka/Confluent Cloud): 3+ years of experience.

  • KSQL DB: Proficiency in KSQL DB for Kafka stream processing.

  • Schema Registry and Kafka Connectors: 3+ years of experience configuring and maintaining these components.

  • Site Reliability Engineering (SRE): Knowledge of SRE principles to enhance reliability and troubleshoot issues within Kafka.

Preferred Background:




  • Bachelor's or Associate's degree.

  • 6+ years in cloud engineering roles.

Why Join Us?


This role provides the chance to work in a cutting-edge, hybrid environment, driving the integration and reliability of Kafka streaming solutions. If you are skilled in Confluent Kafka and eager to build impactful streaming architectures, we'd love to hear from you!



Application Instructions: Submit your resume and any relevant Kafka certifications for consideration.





location: Los Angeles, California

job type: Contract

salary: $75 - 80 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:




Key Responsibilities:



  • Design and implement Kafka-based streaming and messaging solutions across on-prem and cloud platforms.

  • Manage Kafka Brokers, Schema Registry, and Kafka Connectors, setting standards for administration and development teams.

  • Develop and enforce guidelines, procedures, and best practices for Kafka use, including producer and consumer functionalities.

  • Support upgrades of the Confluent Kafka platform to the latest releases, coordinating with development and operations teams.

  • Integrate Kafka into data pipelines and applications in collaboration with product, operations, and architecture teams.

  • Provide weekend support for Production Changes and major Incident Escalations as needed.





    qualifications:

    • Experience level: Experienced
    • Minimum 3 years of experience
    • Education: Bachelors


    skills:
  • Cloud SQL
  • Confluent Event Streaming
  • Confluent Kafka
  • KSQL DB (3 years of experience is required)
  • Schema Registry
  • Kafka Connectors (3 years of experience is required)
  • Kafka Broker Management
  • Kafka Consumer/Producer
  • Site Reliability Engineering
  • Cloud Platform Engineering
  • Confluent Cloud (3 years of experience is required)



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