Real-Time Kafka-Flink Architect | Remote Start

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

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.