Kafka Platform Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Kafka Platform Engineer. Join Ørsted IT in developing a cutting-edge cloud-based Kafka streaming platform to enhance data processing for energy asset monitoring & control. You'll collaborate globally, ensuring a secure, scalable, & cost-effective solution that empowers decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Enhance & expand the Kafka streaming platform across cloud & on-premise environments.
• Implement Kafka streaming for low-latency use cases in asset operations, trading, & analytics.
• Collaborate with architects to define best practices & standards for Kafka;
• Troubleshoot streaming platform incidents & support data engineers in their projects.

Qualifications:

• Strong experience with Kafka technology, platform operation, or Kafka applications.
• Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, & cloud resource management (Azure/AWS);
• Proficiency in automation, DevOps, IaC, & CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub, Terraform).
• Experience with scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Azure CLI) & software development (Python, Java, C#).
• Strong communication & documentation skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Benefits & Instructions:

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, & generous holiday package.
• Continuous learning & development opportunities.
• Health benefits, including insurance, nutritious food, & fitness facilities.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance;
• Applicants with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.
• Apply ASAP—interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.