• Kafka Architect -Remote

    Cognizant (San Jose, CA)


    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.

     

    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.