Role: Senior Kafka Administrator with Linux shell scripting.

Location: Alpharetta, GA and New York City, NY (Hybrid, 3 days from office)

Job Description:

• Install, configure, and maintain Apache Kafka clusters.
• Monitor Kafka cluster health and performance to ensure high availability and performance.
• Perform data replication and backup procedures to prevent data loss.
• Implement security measures to protect sensitive data within Kafka.
• Develop and maintain Linux shell scripts for the automation of routine tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Kafka and the underlying infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate Kafka into various applications.
• Keep up to date with the latest Kafka features and best practices.
• Provide on-call support for critical issues outside of normal business hours.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Kafka Administrator.
• Strong understanding of Kafka architecture, internals, and deployment.
• Proficiency in Linux shell scripting and system administration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cloud services, preferably AWS or Azure.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications in Apache Kafka and Linux administration.
• Experience with Ansible, Puppet, or other configuration management tools.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Java or Python.