Remote Messaging Architect – Kafka

Description:

• Seeking a highly experienced Cloud Messaging Architect to design and lead the implementation of event-driven messaging platforms and real-time data exchange systems.
• This hands-on role focuses on messaging design, performance optimization, and secure system integration.
• AWS cloud experience is a strong asset.
• Key responsibilities include architecting and deploying enterprise messaging systems using Apache Kafka.
• The role involves designing and managing Kafka brokers, Kafka Connect, Zookeepers, and topics.
• Implementing streaming data pipelines and event-driven microservices is essential.
• Defining messaging security policies and high-availability setups is required.
• Collaboration with DevOps, development, and cloud teams is necessary.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have experience with messaging systems, specifically with Kafka brokers, Zookeepers, and Kafka Connect.
• Proficiency in designing and managing topics is required.
• Experience in implementing streaming data pipelines and pub/sub patterns is necessary.
• Candidates should have programming skills in C# (preferred), with Java or Scala being acceptable.
• Knowledge of security and availability practices, including TLS, ACLs, replication, and recovery planning, is essential.
• Familiarity with AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, SQS, and MSK is a bonus.
• Preferred certifications include Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka and Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka.
• An AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification is a bonus.
• The position is based in Waterloo, and candidates should be located around the Toronto area or be able to travel to Waterloo a few times, with 80% remote work possible.

Benefits:

• The position offers the flexibility of 80% remote work.
• Candidates will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge event-driven messaging platforms.
• The role provides a chance to collaborate with various teams, enhancing professional growth and networking.
• Working with AWS cloud technologies offers valuable experience in a high-demand area.
• The position allows for hands-on involvement in designing and implementing complex systems, which can be rewarding and fulfilling.