Staff Software Engineer, Apache Kafka - Lead & Mentor

Confluent; Poland; Remote; PLN 256,410 - 384,615; Full time

Job summary

A leading data streaming technology company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to enhance its Apache Kafka software. The ideal candidate will excel in leading technical initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating closely with the Apache community. Responsibilities include driving projects, ensuring software quality, and improving operational excellence. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively across teams. The candidate should have a proven track record of delivering complex projects and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience delivering complex systems projects.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives across multiple teams.
• Demonstrated capacity for clear, concise technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Apache Kafka community on technical contributions.
• Drive high-complexity projects requiring significant technical acumen.
• Mentor team members on design principles and software architecture.
• Ensure high software quality standards within the team.
• Communicate with product management on requirements and roadmap.
• Drive operational excellence in reliability and supportability.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Complex project delivery

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Job description

A leading data streaming technology company is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to enhance its Apache Kafka software. The ideal candidate will excel in leading technical initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating closely with the Apache community. Responsibilities include driving projects, ensuring software quality, and improving operational excellence. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively across teams. The candidate should have a proven track record of delivering complex projects and thrive in a collaborative environment.