Platform Engineer (Kafka Specialist) - Remote

Overview

As a Platform Engineer specializing in Kafka at PayPay, you will be instrumental in enhancing our high-performance data streaming architecture that supports over 69 million users.

In Short

• Lead tech initiatives for Apache Kafka.
• Manage and optimize Kafka infrastructure.
• Monitor Kafka for performance and reliability.
• Automate workflows using infrastructure-as-code.
• Collaborate on Kafka topic design and best practices.
• Contribute to scalable data pipelines.
• Work in a hybrid environment with flexible remote options.
• Engage in performance tuning of Kafka clusters.
• Participate in the migration to KRaft mode.
• Join a diverse team in a fast-paced FinTech environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with Apache Kafka in production.
• 3+ years of experience in AWS and infrastructure automation.
• Strong hands-on Kafka operations experience.
• Familiarity with AWS MSK.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, or Go.
• Experience with Terraform and Ansible.
• Understanding of microservice architecture.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Comprehensive social insurance coverage.
• 401K plan.
• VISA sponsorship and relocation support.
• Annual salary reviews and performance incentives.