Job Title: Kafka Client Solutions Architect | Senior Technology Architect | Microservices | Microservices API Management Work Location & Reporting Address: Chicago IL 60604 ( Hybrid )
Contract duration: 12
Job Details:
As a Client Solution Architect, you will lead the design and architecture of enterprise-grade streaming solutions using Apache Kafka and the Client Platform. You will work closely with clients to understand business requirements, define integration strategies, and guide implementation teams in building scalable, secure, and resilient data streaming ecosystems.
Mandatory skills*
Strongly Preferred:
8+ years of experience in designing and architecting solutions using
8+ Apache Kafka, with hands-on experience in Client Kafka
Ability to lead client engagements, translate business requirements into technical solutions, and guide implementation teams Deep understanding of Kafka internals, KRaft architecture, and Client components Experience with Client Cloud, Stream Governance, Data Lineage, and RBAC Expertise in stream processing (Apache Flink, Kafka Streams, ksqlDB) and event-driven architecture Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala Proven ability to integrate Kafka with enterprise systems (databases, APIs, microservices) Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure) and Kubernetes Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation (Ansible, CFK)
Acceptable Alternatives:
Experience with other Kafka platforms such as Open-source Kafka, Cloudera Kafka, AWS MSK, etc.
Solid understanding of Kafka architecture and operational management in enterprise environments.
Experience in professional services or implementation consulting for SaaS products, especially involving data integration, streaming, or enterprise architecture
Desired skills*
High analytical skills
A high degree of initiative and flexibility High customer orientation High quality awareness Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Interview Process (Is face to face required?) No - Virtual interview
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