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Software Engineer I (Backend)

Boston, MA · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

For those graduating in the fall of 2026 seeking entry level roles, we kindly ask that you check ... Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies ...

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Software Engineer I (Backend)

Boston, MA · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

For those graduating in the fall of 2026 seeking entry level roles, we kindly ask that you check ... Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies ...

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Software Engineer I (Backend)

Boston, MA · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

For those graduating in the fall of 2026 seeking entry level roles, we kindly ask that you check ... Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies ...

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Software Engineer I (Backend)

Boston, MA

$105K - $145K/yr

For those graduating in the fall of 2026 seeking entry level roles, we kindly ask that you check ... Interest in distributed systems, event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka or similar technologies ...

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How much do entry level kafka administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level kafka administrator in the United States is $64,903.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Kafka Administrator vs Kafka Support Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Kafka AdministratorKafka Support Engineer
Required CertificationsBasic Kafka certifications or related IT certificationsSame certifications, often with additional troubleshooting or support training
Work EnvironmentData centers, cloud environments, or on-premises Kafka clustersSupport teams, customer service, or technical troubleshooting environments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, financial institutions, or any organization using Kafka for data streamingIT support firms, cloud providers, or organizations with Kafka support needs

Both roles involve working with Kafka technology, but Entry Level Kafka Administrators focus on managing and maintaining Kafka clusters, while Kafka Support Engineers handle troubleshooting and supporting Kafka users. The roles often overlap in skills and environment, but differ in primary responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Kafka Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,903 per year, or $31.2 per hour.
Software Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Software Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Altamira Technologies Corp.

Fairborn, OH

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Software Engineer
Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history of providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence, and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data, and security. Altamira believes that our people and company culture differentiates us from other companies.
We focus on recruiting talented, self-motivated employees who strive to get things done. Join our team of experts as we engineer national security! 
Position Description: We are seeking multiple Software Engineers with a mix of experience talent in areas related to cloud-native full-stack development. As part of our team, you will provide software and web development services in support of our customer in Dayton, OH. We are seeking a diverse group of candidates that meet many of the desired skillsets below. Our ideal candidate would possess a broad range of skills as our scope of work spans various technologies, including JavaScript, Python, React, Angular, and others.  Altamira Technologies Corporation encourages independent problem-solving and provides deep reach-back support and a collaborative environment for our engineering team. We are looking for candidates who have experience with developing and are not afraid to adapt to the right architecture, languages, and libraries to build the best systems for the mission and deliver the best user experience.
Location: Dayton OH 
Role and Responsibilities 
  • Produce software based on desired functionality provided by users and analysts 
  • Interpret mission needs and requirements to produce user-friendly software systems 
  • Leverage continuous integration to create sustainable and maintainable software 
  • Interact with teammates and users through whiteboard sessions and/or design documents to establish circular feedback 
Education and Experience 
  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required
  • Experience in multiple of the following: Java, Python, Go, Rust, JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, VueJs, NodeJS, OpenAPI, ArangoDB, Valkey, PostgreSQL, MinIO, Istio ServiceMesh, Redis, Knative, Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform, OpenContainer Initiative, OTEL, and/or Kafka is desired.
  • Additionally, experience with Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning technologies, such as Tensorflow, PyTorch, LangChain, vLLM, PyTorch Lightning, SK Learn, LibreChat, Streamlit, KubeFlow, MLFlow, Bedrock, Fast API, Tune, Ray Train, Safe Tensors, and/or ONNX is highly desired
  • Kubernetes Certified Application Developer (CKAD) and Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certifications are highly desired
  • Entry level through Senior level positions available
Abilities and Competencies 
  • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance 
  • Self-motivated and eager to work intently to satisfy mission requirements 
  • Adaptable and has the desire to maintain our company culture 
  • Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written communications 
  • Ability to multitask and adjust priorities as needed