Job Description

We are seeking an experienced professional with

8-15 years of IT experience

to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in

Kafka architecture and operations

, along with a strong understanding of

Confluent-specific tools

,

Linux/Unix systems

,

networking

, and

security practices

.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements:

Kafka Architecture & Operations:

Deep understanding of core Kafka components including brokers, topics, partitions, producers, and consumers. Ability to create, configure, and manage Kafka topics and partitions.

Confluent Ecosystem:

Proficiency in Confluent-specific tools such as Control Centre, Schema Registry, ksqlDB, and Kafka Connect.

Linux/Unix Expertise:

Strong command over Linux/Unix systems, including shell scripting and system monitoring.

Networking Knowledge:

Understanding of network configurations, protocols, and security best practices to ensure efficient and secure Kafka operations.

Programming Skills:

Knowledge of Java programming and JVM tuning, as Kafka is built on Java.

Automation & Scripting:

Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash for automation and management tasks.

Monitoring & Logging:

Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and Confluent Control Centre to track Kafka performance. Familiarity with logging frameworks like Log4j for troubleshooting and maintaining Kafka logs.

Security Practices:

Implementation of security measures, including SSL/TLS encryption, Kerberos authentication, and access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard Kafka data.

Integration Expertise:

Experience in integrating Kafka with various systems and data sources, including databases, data lakes, and cloud services.

Capacity Planning:

Ability to plan and scale Kafka clusters to handle dynamic workloads while ensuring high availability.

Backup & Recovery:

Knowledge of backup and recovery strategies to protect data and ensure business continuity in case of failures (a frequent task in

T&S

).

Preferred Qualification:

Confluent Certification:

Preference for candidates holding the

Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka (CCAAK)

certification.




Note: This role is a

6-month contractual position

with the possibility of extension based on performance. The work location is

Bangalore-Eco World Bellandur

, and it requires

on-site

presence at the office.