Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer

Our client, a leading organization in the technology and data solutions sector, is seeking a Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer to join their dynamic team. As a Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer, you will be part of the Data Engineering Department supporting cross‑functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, innovative thinking, and collaborative spirit, which will align successfully in the organization. Job Title: Senior Confluent Kafka Lead / Python Developer Location: Columbus, OH or Nashville, TN (both locations would be for on‑site work) Pay Range: $60 - $65 hourly W2. What's the Job? Lead the design and implementation of enterprise Kafka and Confluent Platform solutions (Kafka, Schema Registry, Connect, ksqlDB). Develop Python‑based Kafka producers and consumers, building scalable streaming applications. Design event‑driven integration patterns bridging microservices, data stores, APIs, and third‑party systems. Implement Kafka security controls including TLS encryption, SASL/OAuth authentication, and ACL‑based authorization. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure provisioning, and implement monitoring and alerting systems. What's Needed? 6–10+ years of experience in software or data engineering, with at least 4 years of hands‑on experience with Apache Kafka and Confluent Platform. Strong proficiency in Python for backend and streaming development, with experience building production‑grade services. Experience deploying Kafka and applications in cloud or hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Knowledge of Kafka internals, schema evolution, and Kafka Connect architectures. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). What's in it for me? Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge event‑driven architecture and real‑time data solutions. Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of professionals. Engage in continuous learning and professional development. Contribute to impactful projects that modernize data platforms and analytics capabilities. Be part of an organization recognized for its commitment to diversity and ethical standards. Benefits Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance 401(k), Plus Match Weekly Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr