Job Description

The Kafka Experts with Java role demands extensive experience in designing and implementing distributed event-streaming platforms using Apache Kafka technologies including Kafka Streams, Kafka Connect, Producer and Consumer APIs, and Kafka Cluster Management. Proficiency in Java Concurrency, Kafka Schema Registry, Avro Serialization, and Kafka Security protocols such as SASL/SSL is essential. The candidate must excel in Kafka performance tuning, transaction management, and monitoring tools while leveraging Java 8+ features. Strong problem-solving skills and system design thinking are critical to architect scalable, fault-tolerant streaming applications.



Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams ensure seamless enterprise-wide data integration. Analytical thinking, adaptability, and attention to detail support continuous improvement and operational excellence. Time management skills are necessary to meet project deadlines in a dynamic environment. This role requires guiding teams on best practices for event-driven architectures to drive innovation and reliability.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrate deep knowledge of Apache Kafka Streams, Kafka Connect, Kafka Producer and Consumer APIs, Java Concurrency, and Kafka Cluster Management to architect robust streaming solutions. Design and implement distributed event-streaming platforms ensuring high availability, scalability, and fault tolerance across enterprise systems. Build and maintain real-time data pipelines and streaming applications that meet business and technical requirements. Collaborate closely with architecture and engineering teams to integrate Kafka-based solutions into enterprise-wide data ecosystems.



Guide and mentor development teams on best practices for event-driven architectures, Kafka security configurations, and schema management. Monitor Kafka clusters proactively using specialized tools to optimize performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement tuning strategies. Manage Kafka partitioning strategies and transactions to ensure data consistency and efficient resource utilization. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required.,Candidates must have between 8 to 16 years of professional experience in Kafka and Java development.,Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale distributed streaming platforms is highly preferred.



This long-term CTH opportunity for Kafka Experts with Java offers a chance to design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant event-streaming platforms using Apache Kafka and Java technologies. Candidates with strong problem-solving, system design, and collaboration skills will thrive. There is potential for conversion to a full-time role at Deloitte based on performance and project needs.