Kafka Engineer - Henderson Scott : Job Details

Kafka Engineer - AWS - Public Sector - SC clearance - 6 months (inside IR35)

I am working with a well known consultancy who are looking for an experienced Kafka Engineer delivering ongoing solutions. The role involves building, improving, and scaling a robust streaming data platform for their Public Sector client. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong technical skills, a deep understanding of Kafka, distributed systems, and excellent communication abilities.Due to the nature of the client, candidates with active SC clearance or eligibility for SC clearance are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable streaming data platforms using Kafka.
• Improve and optimise existing data streaming solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data streaming and distributed systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Core Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in big data or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Kafka and other big data technologies.
• AWS Platform experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java or Python.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.