KAFKA ADMINISTRATOR @ CLOUD ROVER
Cloud Rover is currently seeking a highly skilled Kafka Administrator to join our technical team in New York. In this role, you will be responsible for the setup, configuration, and maintenance of Kafka clusters to ensure high availability and performance for our streaming data pipelines. You will work closely with developers and operations teams to optimize messaging throughput and resolve any performance bottlenecks within the environment. Applicants must possess valid work authorization such as USC, GC, GC EAD, H4 EAD, or OPT EAD to be considered for this position.
Your daily responsibilities will include managing ZooKeeper instances, monitoring cluster health using industry-standard tools, and implementing robust security measures such as SSL and SASL. You will also be expected to automate routine tasks using scripting languages like Python or Shell and participate in disaster recovery planning. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems in a fast-paced environment. Please ensure your application includes your LinkedIn profile, current location, and your specific work authorization status.
Your daily responsibilities will include managing ZooKeeper instances, monitoring cluster health using industry-standard tools, and implementing robust security measures such as SSL and SASL. You will also be expected to automate routine tasks using scripting languages like Python or Shell and participate in disaster recovery planning. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on large-scale distributed systems in a fast-paced environment. Please ensure your application includes your LinkedIn profile, current location, and your specific work authorization status.
Key Requirements
Proven experience in managing and scaling Apache Kafka clusters.
Deep understanding of ZooKeeper and its role in Kafka orchestration.
Experience with Kafka security features including SSL, SASL, and ACLs.
Proficiency in Linux system administration and command-line tools.
Expertise in monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Confluent Control Center.
Ability to write automation scripts using Python, Bash, or Shell.
Knowledge of data retention policies and Kafka topic configuration.
Experience with backup, restore, and disaster recovery procedures for Kafka.
Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
Strong troubleshooting skills for resolving connectivity and performance issues.
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Valid US work authorization (USC, GC, GC EAD, H4 EAD, or OPT EAD).