Senior Java Developer with Kafka

Company Description

Mobica | Be Extraordinary_

We are Mobica, a global software services company headquartered in Manchester, UK, with offices across Europe and the USA. We partner with businesses across multiple industries, from aerospace to finance and semiconductors to automotive, providing them with access to engineering expertise across the entire technology stack.

The Mobica Way

• Well-known Clients and Projects focused on the Technologies of Tomorrow - Our expertly crafted software underpins many of today’s amazing customer experiences. We work with well-known global brands to develop widely used tech. When you join us, you'll be both challenged and supported, and you'll be a part of something extraordinary.

• Empowered Mobicans driving their Careers - We empower our people to develop their skills, push boundaries and move towards new heights. As a Mobican, you’ll have ample opportunities to advance, learn and grow towards your desired career outcomes.

• Ideas are prioritised over Hierarchy and Biases - In Mobica, you are listened to and valued. We’ve built an environment that fosters open communication. We've made it our mission to ensure all team members feel welcome, protected from discrimination and have access to equal opportunities.

We believe that employees should be happy - At Mobica, you can define precisely how you would like to work - at home or in the office - we will create the environment for that. You’ll get access to various virtual, offline and on-site events and platforms where you can learn, brainstorm, challenge, express yourself or simply have some fun and make new friends.

Job Description

We are looking a talented individual to join our team as a Senior Java Developer with an expertise in Kafka. In this role you will be responsible for developing robust and scalable Java applications while leveraging Kafka for real-time data streaming and processing. As a Senior Java Developer you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and optimizing Kafka-based solutions to meet our organization's needs. If you are passionate about cutting-edge technologies, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions, then we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Utilizing experience with Kafka, particularly Confluent and MSK, to architect, implement, and maintain robust data streaming solutions
• Setting up and configuring Mirrormaker to facilitate data replication between Kafka clusters with efficiency and reliability
• Documenting the Mirrormaker configuration process comprehensively, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and troubleshooting for team members
• Developing plugins for Kafka connect including configuration. This will be required for consuming from RabittMQ, consuming data from an external API and to publish data to GCP
• Collaborating with the DevOps team members to integrate Mirrormaker setups into existing CI/CD pipelines, leveraging Git and best DevOps practices for version control and automation
• Demonstrating proficiency in Linux and Docker environments to deploy and manage Kafka and associated services effectively
• Utilizing AWS services to optimize Kafka infrastructure, including (but not limited to) EC2, S3, IAM, and VPC configurations
• Applying basic networking and cloud principles to troubleshoot and optimize Kafka clusters for performance and reliability
• Leveraging Terraform or similar infrastructure-as-code tools to provision and manage Kafka infrastructure in a scalable and reproducible manner

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in working with Kafka, preferably with Confluent and MSK
• Proven expertise in setting up and configuring Mirrormaker for data replication across Kafka clusters
• Proven expertise in developing Kafka Connect Plugins using Java
• Proficiency in Git for version control and familiarity with DevOps practices for CI/CD pipelines
• Strong command of Linux environments and containerization with Docker
• Experience in working with the AWS services
• Basic understanding of the networking concepts and cloud infrastructure principles
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Additional Information

What can you expect from us?

• We Learn by doing; you will collaborate with industry experts willing to share their knowledge, passion and experience.

• We invest in improving your skills by participating in training and mentoring programs.

• You can advance your career with us by choosing from different career paths (technical, management).

• We’ll help to broaden your horizons by working in an open and supportive multicultural environment.

• Commercial projects from the domain.

• Great atmosphere and supportive environment.

• You will work in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere created by many bonding events and activities.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary adequate to your skills and performance.

• Flexible working hours.

• Training programs.

• Private medical insurance.

• Multisport program.

• English lessons.

• Company social events.

• Relocation assistance.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We aim to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people we can find from various backgrounds and cultures. Inclusivity and equality are cornerstones of our Mobica community and a big part of what makes us so brilliant to work with. Here, dedication and performance are valued and rewarded regardless of nationality, gender, age, religious beliefs or other personal characteristics. Here, diversity is celebrated, and everyone belongs.

“The benefits of having a diverse workforce from different backgrounds, recruited and developed only on the basis of ability, is a core personal belief for me - so I join with other members of Mobica’s leadership in promoting a commitment to recognise equal opportunities and rights for our talented individuals. Every Mobican can expect to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of personal characteristics or beliefs.”

Gary Butters
CEO