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Kafka Architect -Remote

ExecutivePlacements.com
San Jose, CA Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
Job Title - Kafka Architect

Location - Remote

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Architect with 10 to 12 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Kafka Azure DevOps Python Databricks SQL Databricks Workflows and PySpark. The Architect will play a crucial role in designing and implementing scalable data solutions that drive business success.

Responsibilities

  • Design, architect, and implement enterprise-grade real-time data streaming solutions using Confluent Kafka.
  • Set up and configure Kafka clusters ensuring high availability, scalability, and security.
  • Implement ksqlDB and Apache Flink for stream processing, event-driven applications, and advanced analytics.
  • Define best practices for Kafka topic design, partitioning, replication, monitoring, and governance.
  • Collaborate with data engineering, analytics, and application teams to integrate Kafka into existing and new data platforms.
  • Optimize performance and troubleshoot issues in Kafka, Flink, and ksqlDB environments.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to development and engineering teams.

Applications will be accepted until 10/17/25

Salary And Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $70,000- $135,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

The Cognizant Community

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

  • Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
  • We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
  • We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
  • We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About Us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Salary : $70,000 - $135,000

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