Kafka Flink Architect

Synergent Tech Solutions; Bolingbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and staffing firm is seeking a Kafka Flink Architect to architect and manage Confluent Cloud Kafka systems in Bolingbrook, IL. This role involves designing streaming architectures, leading disaster recovery solutions, and collaborating onsite for requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong focus on automation and cloud-native infrastructure, with a proven track record in streaming platforms. Initial remote work is possible, but relocation is required within 1-2 months.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in architecting Kafka/Flink-based streaming platforms.
• Strong automation and cloud-native infrastructure skills.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and administer Confluent Cloud Kafka.
• Design streaming architectures for scaling and cost-efficiency.
• Manage platform governance and compliance.
• Lead disaster recovery solutions for streaming platforms.
• Collaborate for requirements gathering and design.

Skills

Confluent Kafka & Kafka Connectors expertise

Advanced knowledge of KSQL DB and Apache Flink

Terraform experience

GCP networking knowledge

Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines

Cloud-native monitoring solutions

Agile/DevOps methodologies

Job description

US IT Recruiter | B.Sc. Computer Science | MBA Student

Company Description
Synergent Tech Solutions specializes in providing innovative technology and staffing solutions to support business growth. We offer services such as Talent Acquisition, Application Modernization, Quality Assurance, Robotic Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, IoT, and Cloud Enablement. With a focus on remote staffing and post‑staffing support, we ensure the seamless management of projects, finances, and daily operations. Our skilled professionals deliver high‑quality results at cost‑effective rates, making Synergent a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

🚀 We’re Hiring: Kafka Flink Architect | Bolingbrook, IL (Initial Remote, Relocation Required) 🚀

Location: Bolingbrook, IL (Initial remote, must relocate onsite within 1‑2 months)

Duration: 6+ Months Contract

Mandatory Skills:

• Confluent Kafka & Kafka Connectors expertise
• Advanced knowledge of KSQL DB and Apache Flink for real‑time stream processing
• Terraform and Confluent Terraform provider experience (Infrastructure‑as‑Code)
• Hands‑on with Harness CI/CD pipelines or similar tools
• GCP networking knowledge including PSC, DNS, Firewalls, & enterprise security
• Cloud‑native monitoring, observability, DR, HA, and multi‑region design experience
• Agile/DevOps methodologies with production support background

Job Description:

• Architect, implement, and administer Confluent Cloud Kafka in production environments
• Design and optimize streaming architectures for capacity, scaling, and cost‑efficiency
• Manage platform governance: schema registry, RBAC, audit logging, retention, compliance
• Lead disaster recovery and high‑availability solutions for streaming platforms
• Collaborate onsite for requirements gathering and design, coordinate offshore delivery teams

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven track record in architecting Kafka/Flink‑based streaming platforms at scale
• Strong automation and cloud‑native infrastructure skills (Terraform, CI/CD)
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills in distributed teams

Interested? Send your resume to [e-mail]