TekValue IT Solutions

Remote Kafka Engineer (or) Kafka Admin (W2)(H1B Trnsf, GC, Citizen)

REMOTEPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

  • Job overview

    The Remote Kafka Engineer or Kafka Admin role involves managing and automating Kafka and related integration platforms to support enterprise data streaming and API deployments.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The candidate will be expected to automate IBM API Connect and DataPower Gateway deployments, manage Confluent Kafka components, develop integration workflows using Python, Java, or Node.js, and utilize infrastructure as code tools like Ansible, Helm, or Terraform.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have over 5 years in integration or platform engineering, 2+ years automating IBM API Connect/DataPower, strong Kafka experience, programming skills in Python, Java, or Node.js, and familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and secure cloud API gateways.

  • Company information

    TekValue IT Solutions is a recruiting firm specializing in IT roles, likely facilitating hires for client companies.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is remote, supporting flexible work arrangements.

Company overview

TekValue IT Solutions, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is a rapidly growing private company specializing in IT solutions and services. Established in 2016, TekValue offers a diverse range of services including product development, staffing, consulting, training, and overseas education consulting. With a team of 11-50 employees, the company generates revenue between $1 million and $5 million. TekValue's comprehensive service offerings cater to various sectors, making it a versatile player in the IT industry.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your 5+ years of experience in integration or platform engineering, emphasizing your proficiency with Confluent Kafka, including connectors, schemas, and streaming tools, as these are core to the role at TekValue IT Solutions.

  • Focus on showcasing your automation skills with IBM API Connect and DataPower Gateway deployments, as well as your programming abilities in Python, Java, or Node.js, which are critical for the integration workflows described.

  • Apply through multiple channels such as TekValue IT Solutions' corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other job boards where this position is posted to maximize your application reach.

  • Connect with TekValue IT Solutions' Kafka or cloud infrastructure teams on LinkedIn to inquire about the position; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Kafka projects they've shared or asking about their experience with Kubernetes and cloud API gateways.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'Confluent Kafka,' 'IBM API Connect automation,' 'Ansible,' 'Terraform,' 'Kubernetes,' and 'secure cloud API gateways' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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