Kafka SysOps Admin (GCP)

About the Position

GFT is a pioneering company in digital transformation, developing sustainable solutions based on new technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain/DLT. GFT experts create and implement scalable software applications that make access to innovative business models secure and straightforward.

We are currently seeking a Kafka SysOps Admin (GCP) to join GFT. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual ready to start and grow in a multicultural, motivating, and challenging environment.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Understanding client needs and working closely with relevant teams to ensure that the developed cloud solution aligns with the needs and Value Proposition of GFT.

• Administering, deploying, and optimizing Kafka/Confluent clusters in on-prem (VMs, Openshift) and cloud (GCP + GKE) environments.

• Managing components such as brokers, topics, partitions, schemas, replication, security, and observability.

• Defining, implementing, and maintaining best practices for high availability, fault tolerance, and tuning in critical environments.

• Automating deployments and infrastructure using Terraform and IaC.

• Integrating pipelines and processes using GitHub Actions and other CI/CD tools.

• Collaborating with development, data, and platform teams to ensure resilience, performance, and scalability.

Requirements

• 6 years of professional experience as a Cloud/DevOps Engineer.

• Solid experience in administering Kafka/Confluent clusters (on-prem and cloud).

• Previous experience with DB Linux VMs.

• Experience deploying on VMs, Openshift, and GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine).

• Advanced knowledge in the administration, configuration, security, and monitoring of the Kafka ecosystem.

Personal Competencies

• Teamwork.

• Communication skills, fostering dynamics that allow the flow of knowledge, with an interest in both learning and teaching.

• Proactivity in seeking new solutions and improvements.

We Offer

• Work-life balance and flexibility: Possibility to work from home hybrid/remote, flexible schedules, and intensive Fridays.

• Training and Development: Personalized plan, training programs.

• Social Benefits: Life insurance, remote work support.

• Flexible Benefits "a la carte": Corporate allowance for food, transportation, health insurance, childcare, and training, tailored to your needs and combined with flexible compensation.

• Relocation Package (if applicable): Financial support, visa sponsorship, and advice.

• Referral Program.

• Wellness Program: Nutrition, physical, mental. Discounts with Wellhub. Free psychological support service.

• Life at GFT: Smart offices, events, values awards, inspirational talks.

• International corporate culture.

Join Our Global Team

As a partner for IT consulting and software development, we specialize in the digital transformation of our clients in the finance, insurance, and industry sectors. Our approximately 700 talents in Germany develop sustainable solutions with the latest technologies.

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