Senior Kafka Integration Engineer

YOUR MISSION

• Own the implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of the event streaming and API management platform
• Ensure that systems are scalable, stable, and well monitored in a high-availability environment
• Design and improve application integration using messaging and API management, with a focus on long-term sustainability
• Work closely with engineering, platform, and operations teams to ensure smooth integration and delivery
• Contribute to platform reliability and performance, identifying and resolving issues proactively
• Support the team with an open and collaborative mindset, sharing knowledge and driving improvements
• Participate in on-call support to ensure platform availability

YOUR EXPERIENCE & TALENTS

• Strong experience working with event streaming technologies, especially Kafka
• Proven background in building and operating high-availability and high-performance platforms
• Good understanding of system scalability, monitoring, and reliability
• Experience with API management and integration architectures
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate effectively
• Motivation to not only implement solutions but also improve processes and systems
• Structured and hands-on working style
• Very good German and English skills

BENEFITS OFFERED BY OUR CLIENT

• Flexible working setup with hybrid options
• Attractive benefits including ZVV Bonus Pass, GA contribution, and parking options
• Discounts on shops, restaurants, and lunch offerings
• 5 weeks of vacation, with the option to purchase additional days or take unpaid leave
• Access to sports programs, gym discounts, and wellbeing initiatives
• Strong focus on learning and development, including internal training and support for further education
• Collaborative and down-to-earth working culture with a positive team environment
• Additional benefits such as insurance coverage and employee events