Software Engineer Lead -#26-10874

• Role/Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a Lead Kafka Developer to design, build, and operate scalable, high-throughput event streaming platforms using Apache Kafka. This role provides technical leadership, sets best practices, and drives the implementation of reliable, secure, and performant data streaming solutions across the organization.

• Key Responsibilities:

• + Lead the design and development of Kafka-based streaming architectures and data pipelines + Own Kafka cluster setup, configuration, tuning, monitoring, and upgrades + Establish standards for topic design, schema management, security, and reliability + Collaborate with application, platform, and data teams to integrate event-driven solutions + Troubleshoot complex production issues and drive root-cause analysis + Mentor developers and provide technical guidance and code reviews •

Must Have Skills:

• + Apache Kafka (producers, consumers, streams, connectors) + Experience operating Kafka in production environments + Proficiency in Java and/or Scala (Python a plus) + Solid understanding of distributed systems, messaging patterns, and event-driven architecture + Experience with schema registries, monitoring, and performance

• Flex Skills:

• + Kafka Streams + ksqlDB + Kafka Connect + Cloud-based Kafka platforms and containerized deployments + Familiarity with CI/CD, observability, and security best practices

• Soft Skills:

• + Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Education:

• Bachelor's

• About US Tech Solutions:

• US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com .
• US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• AI Statement:

• By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.
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