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SysTechCorp Inc

Senior Software Engineer

On site

Baltimore, United states

Senior

Freelance

18-01-2026

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Skills

Python Java Data Governance Apache Kafka CI/CD DevOps Docker Kubernetes Architecture apache cloud platforms Analytics Spring Spring Boot Kafka Microservices

Job Specifications

We are seeking highly experienced Senior Kafka Developer with deep experience in building and managing real-time data streaming platforms using Apache Kafka. This role involves architecting event-driven systems, developing producers/consumers, and ensuring reliability and scalability of data pipelines across enterprise environments.

Role: Senior Kafka Developer

Resource Type: W2 Contractor (with/without VISA sponsorship) - No C2C.

Job Location: Baltimore, MD (100% Onsite from day one) - No Remote/Hybrid

Interview Mode: 2 Teams Video + In-Person at client's location.

Project's Duration: Long Term Contract

Relocation's Acceptance: Yes

Job Description:

Mandated Skills/Experience:

10+ years of backend development experience, with Minimum 5+ years in Kafka architecture and development.
Hands-on in designing and implementing Kafka-based solutions, including custom producers, consumers, and stream processing applications.
Hands-on with Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry for serialization and data governance.
Hands-on experience with Zookeeper, Confluent Platform, and real-time analytics pipelines is highly desirable.
Hands-on Integration experience in Kafka with enterprise systems, microservices, and cloud platforms using Java, Spring Boot, or Python.
Monitor and optimize Kafka clusters for throughput, latency, and fault tolerance.
Ensure message security, delivery guarantees, and data integrity across distributed systems.
Collaborate with DevOps teams on deployment, CI/CD automation, and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

About the Company

SysTechCorp Inc provides leading-edge technology services that empower our clients to meet and exceed their strategic business objectives. Our AI, ML, Mobile, Cloud, and ERP practice is backed by years of experience and deep domain expertise in a wide range of industry verticals. Know more