Kafka Developer

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We are seeking a talented and experienced Kafka developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining real‑time data streaming pipelines using Apache Kafka. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality solutions that are robust, scalable, and secure.

• Design and development:
  Create and maintain high‑throughput, low‑latency data streaming applications and pipelines using Kafka.
• Cluster Management:
  Set up, configure, and manage Kafka clusters, topics, and brokers to ensure high availability and scalability.
• Integration:
  Connect Kafka with other data sources, systems, and processing frameworks using tools like Kafka Connect.
• Performance Optimization:
  Monitor, tune, and optimize cluster performance to meet business requirements.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and resolve issues related to Kafka applications, performance, and reliability.
• Security:
  Implement and maintain security best practices for data integrity and confidentiality within Kafka ecosystems.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with cross‑functional teams (e.g., software engineers, Dev Ops) to align on technical requirements and deliver solutions.

This is a hybrid role in Nashville, TN and will require 3 days per week in the office.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years work experience). If Associate’s Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6 years work experience.
• A minimum of one year of experience in Core Kafka, deep knowledge of Kafka architecture, features, and components like Kafka Streams, Zoo Keeper, and Schema Registry.
• A minimum of one year of experience in programming, proficiency in languages like Java or Scala for developing Kafka‑based applications and microservices.

• Experience in databases and data warehousing with related technologies like Postgre
  
  SQL, Elasticsearch, or Snowflake can be beneficial.
• Experience in understanding of distributed computing principles and how to build fault‑tolerant systems.
• Experience in Kubernetes
• Experience in Cloud Platform and cloud services is a plus, especially for roles involving AWS or other cloud‑native solutions.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed Final date to receive applications.

Information on benefits is here.

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $54,900 to $150,400

Cleveland $50,800 to $120,300

Colorado $54,900 to $129,900

District of Columbia $58,400 to $138,300

Illinois $50,800 to $129,900

Maryland $54,900 to $129,900

Massachusetts $54,900 to $138,300

Minnesota $54,900 to $129,900

New York/New Jersey $50,800 to $150,400

Washington $58,400 to $138,300

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent‑and innovation‑led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships.

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