Streaming Data Architect (Kafka / Confluent)
Prolifics, Phila, PA, United States
Streaming Data Architect (Kafka / Confluent)
Location: Remote (United States) with travel as required
Company: Prolifics
Employment Type: Full-Time
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
About Prolifics
Prolifics helps organizations accelerate digital transformation through cloud, data, AI, integration, and application modernization services. As enterprises increasingly adopt real-time, event-driven architectures, we are expanding our capability in streaming data platforms to support mission-critical modernization initiatives.
Role Overview
The Confluent Kafka Architect / SME will serve as the technical leader for Kafka and Confluent-based solutions across client engagements. You will architect scalable streaming platforms, guide implementation teams, support pre-sales and solutioning, and help establish Prolifics as a credible delivery partner in event-driven architecture and real-time data platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform/Cloud, Kafka Streams, and ksqlDB
- Design scalable, secure real-time data pipelines
- Deploy and manage Kafka clusters across on-prem and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Define topic strategy, partitioning, replication, and retention policies
- Implement Kafka-based integration and modernization patterns
- Manage Kafka Connect, Schema Registry, and security configurations
- Monitor, tune performance, and manage incidents
- Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, or Kubernetes
- Support client architecture discussions and pre-sales efforts
- Mentor teams and help build Kafka capability within Prolifics
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years experience with Apache Kafka or Confluent
- Strong understanding of Kafka architecture and internals
- Experience with Kafka Streams, ksqlDB, Kafka Connect
- Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Kubernetes/container platform experience
- Proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
Preferred Certifications
- Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka®
- Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka®
- Confluent Cloud Certified Operator
Nice to Have
- Experience with Confluent Cloud
- Large-scale distributed systems experience
- Exposure to AI/data streaming architectures
Benefits
Prolifics offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible work arrangements (role dependent)
- Professional development and training opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Prolifics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. xywuqvp All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Location: Remote (United States) with travel as required
Company: Prolifics
Employment Type: Full-Time
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
About Prolifics
Prolifics helps organizations accelerate digital transformation through cloud, data, AI, integration, and application modernization services. As enterprises increasingly adopt real-time, event-driven architectures, we are expanding our capability in streaming data platforms to support mission-critical modernization initiatives.
Role Overview
The Confluent Kafka Architect / SME will serve as the technical leader for Kafka and Confluent-based solutions across client engagements. You will architect scalable streaming platforms, guide implementation teams, support pre-sales and solutioning, and help establish Prolifics as a credible delivery partner in event-driven architecture and real-time data platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka, Confluent Platform/Cloud, Kafka Streams, and ksqlDB
- Design scalable, secure real-time data pipelines
- Deploy and manage Kafka clusters across on-prem and cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Define topic strategy, partitioning, replication, and retention policies
- Implement Kafka-based integration and modernization patterns
- Manage Kafka Connect, Schema Registry, and security configurations
- Monitor, tune performance, and manage incidents
- Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, or Kubernetes
- Support client architecture discussions and pre-sales efforts
- Mentor teams and help build Kafka capability within Prolifics
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years experience with Apache Kafka or Confluent
- Strong understanding of Kafka architecture and internals
- Experience with Kafka Streams, ksqlDB, Kafka Connect
- Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Kubernetes/container platform experience
- Proficiency in Java, Python, or Scala
- Strong troubleshooting and communication skills
Preferred Certifications
- Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka®
- Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka®
- Confluent Cloud Certified Operator
Nice to Have
- Experience with Confluent Cloud
- Large-scale distributed systems experience
- Exposure to AI/data streaming architectures
Benefits
Prolifics offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible work arrangements (role dependent)
- Professional development and training opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Prolifics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. xywuqvp All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.