The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Kafka Architecture or Senior Developer with Supply Chain Domain & Realtime data stream experience with Kafka and Azure exposure. The role is responsible for driving the design implementation and adoption of realtime stream data platform that will be a key enabler for our cloudbased businessapplication architecture. They exhibit exemplary communication skills both oral and written also can tailor technical presentations to convey architectural vision based on the audience. Demonstrating a strategic mindset the candidate can effectively navigate business and technical challenges within the enterprise. Highly technical and analytical they boast a track record of thought leadership and excel in exploiting opportunities for innovation. The ideal candidate should be able to
- Lead the design and implementation of a realtime stream data platform for cloudbased business applications.
- Define strategy and roadmap for the NextGen Stream Data Platform based on Confluent Kafka.
- Establish best practices accelerate Kafka ecosystem adoption and assist in Azure DevOps strategy.
- Explore realtime analytics and machine learning on SDP data.
- Mentor team members for NextGen technology implementation.
- Strong knowledge in architecture principles and design patterns of distributed systems in public clouds (Azure)
- Established track record with Kafka technology with handson production experience and a deep understanding of the Kafka architecture and internals of how it works along with interplay of architectural components: brokers Zookeeper producers/consumers Kafka Connect Kafka Streams
- Working knowledge of Elastic Search how it integrates with Kafka and using it effectively as a Kafka operational tool
- Solid programming proficiency with Java and best practices in development in Javascript and Python
The Person
- Bachelors degree in a Technical discipline with 13 years of experience.
- Seasoned messaging expert with diverse background in middleware solutions.
- Strong fundamentals in distributed systems design microservices and the reactive model.
- Domain experience in Supply Chain preferred.
- Established track record with Kafka technology and handson production experience.
- Proficient in Kafka development configuration and troubleshooting.
- Expertise in Kafka clustering faulttolerance models and scaling strategies.
- Strong programming skills in Java; proficiency in Python and/or Javascript.
- Knowledge of network protocols security operating systems and cloud platforms (Azure).
- Experience with container technologies (Docker Kubernetes) and Agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Note: Preferred candidates will be in Plano or willing to relocate to Texas Dallas
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills efforts duties responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.
kafka,architecture,azure,cloud,java,next gen