Kafka Admin

Kafka Administrator / Kafka Architect

Remote, Canada | 12-Month T4 Contract | Remote

About the Role

Our consulting client is seeking an experienced Kafka Administrator / Kafka Architect to design, implement, and support enterprise-scale Kafka-based data streaming solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering Kafka environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to build scalable data integration solutions on Azure.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with strong Kafka administration and architecture experience who enjoy working on modern cloud-based streaming platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable Kafka-based solutions.
• Administer and support enterprise Kafka environments.
• Configure and manage Kafka Schema Registry and Kafka Connect.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize Kafka clusters for performance and reliability.
• Implement and support Confluent Kafka environments.
• Utilize AMS for Apache Kafka to monitor cluster health and system performance.
• Collaborate with solution architects and development teams to deliver Azure-based data streaming solutions.
• Optimize database performance using ANSI SQL.
• Conduct system health checks, audits, and proactive issue resolution.
• Ensure Kafka environments meet security, scalability, and availability standards.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Contribute to data-driven initiatives that improve business decision-making.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Kafka Administration
• Kafka Schema Registry
• Kafka Connect
• Confluent Kafka
• Apache Kafka
• AMS for Apache Kafka
• ANSI SQL
• Microsoft Azure
• Kafka Architecture
• Experience designing highly available Kafka environments
• Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with Accounts Receivable or Cash Application processes
• Domain knowledge in applying cash to invoices

Compensation

The hourly rate for this contract position is $61/hour (T4). Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.