Apache Kafka DevOps Engineer
Summary
Claranet Portugal is hiring an Apache Kafka DevOps Engineer to operate and evolve a critical data platform: cluster architecture (brokers, KRaft, replication), Kafka Connect and Schema Registry, security (mTLS, ACLs), JVM/performance tuning and storage, with strong Azure knowledge.
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Right now, we’re looking for an Apache Kafka DevOps Engineer to join a technical team working on the operation and evolution of a critical data platform.
Your responsibilities include:
- Administer and evolve the Apache Kafka platform
- Work on cluster architecture, including Brokers, KRaft, replication, and min.insync.replicas
- Configure and manage Kafka Connect and Schema Registry using Avro / JSON
- Implement security controls such as mTLS and ACLs
- Tune platform performance, including JVM, retention, and cleanup policies
- Manage storage and Persistent Volumes
- Support incident resolution and continuous platform improvement
You must have:
- Experience in Apache Kafka administration
- Strong knowledge of Azure
- Fluent in Portuguese and English
- Strong problem-solving and technical communication skills
Mandatory certifications:
We value:
- Confluent Certified Administrator for Apache Kafka (CCAAK)
We offer:
- Health insurance, with family package;
- Office facilities for meals and snacks;
- Regular teambuilding programs;
- Friendly workplace.