Exciting Opportunity in Washington, DC! We are actively seeking a Confluent Kafka Specialist to support work in the federal sector. This hybrid role is a fantastic opportunity for U.S. citizens who are ready to make a significant impact with their skills.
Position: Confluent Kafka Specialist
Shift: Hybrid
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $115,000 - $125,000 Annually
Clearance Requirement: Public Trust Clearance - Essential
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Joining our client's team means contributing to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic work environment. This role is not just an opportunity; it's a mission-critical position requiring individuals who are ready to be at the forefront of impactful initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, configure, and manage Confluent Kafka clusters in a cloud environment.
- Develop and implement efficient and scalable solutions using Confluent Kafka, Java, and Spring Boot technologies.
- Collaborate with development teams to define Kafka data ingestion and streaming requirements.
- Provide expertise in integration architecture and best practices, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.
- Provide guidance on optimal Kafka configurations and usage patterns.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within the retail industry domain.
- Conduct code reviews, identify areas for improvement, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues, ensuring smooth data flow and system interoperability.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and advancements in the Confluent Kafka ecosystem and integration domain.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong hands-on experience with Confluent Kafka and Java.
- Proficiency in Java development, including frameworks such as Spring Boot.
- Experience with clustering and high availability configurations.
- Direct experience developing web services, REST APIs, microservices with .Net, Azure, and Ocelot.
- Experience with Snowflake integrations and RDBMS systems like Oracle.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Desired Skills:
- Development experience in Kafka connectors, including KSQL, Topic Authorization, and Confluent Tools.
Apply today and be part of a team at the forefront of cutting-edge initiatives.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience.
- 5+ years’ strong hands-on experience with Confluent Kafka and Java.
- 5+ years’ experience with clustering and high availability configurations.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Support for obtaining necessary security clearances.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you okay with the advertised Salary of $115,000 - $125,000 Annually?
Experience:
- Confluent Kafka: 5 years (Required)
- Java: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, DC 20202 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20202