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Java Kafka Developer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Java Architect

Columbus, OH · On-site

$60.75 - $82/hr

... software engineering, with a strong focus on design thinking and full stack development * Advanced development experience in Java, Spring, public cloud (AWS), APIs, Kafka, Cassandra/NoSQL

Senior Java API / Microservices Developer

Mason, OH · On-site

$53.75 - $68.75/hr

Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Java API / Microservices Developer to design, develop, and ... Experience with Kafka or event-streaming platforms * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, EKS, or ...

... programming with Springboot/JAVA • Must have extensive experience with event processing with ... experience with Kafka streaming 1. Node setup 2. Error handling 3. Debugging • API, error ...

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What is the difference between Java Kafka Developer vs Java Backend Developer?

AspectJava Kafka DeveloperJava Backend Developer
Primary FocusDesigning and implementing Kafka-based data streaming solutionsDeveloping server-side applications using Java
Required SkillsKafka architecture, messaging, Java, Spring BootJava, Spring, REST APIs, databases
Work EnvironmentData streaming platforms, real-time data processingWeb applications, enterprise systems
CertificationsJava, Kafka certifications often preferredJava certifications, Spring certifications

Java Kafka Developers specialize in building and maintaining Kafka-based data streaming solutions, focusing on real-time data processing. Java Backend Developers create broader server-side applications, often integrating various technologies. While both roles require Java expertise, Kafka Developers focus more on messaging systems, whereas Backend Developers work on general application logic.

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$60.75 - $82/hr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


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Job Description:
  • Minimum 12+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on design thinking and full stack development
  • Advanced development experience in Java, Spring, public cloud (AWS), APIs, Kafka, Cassandra/NoSQL
  • Demonstrated expertise in hands-on coding and end-to-end system design, with the ability to actively contribute to complex technical solutions while guiding team members through best practices and architectural decisions
  • Strong experience with observability tools and practices like Splunk and Dynatrace to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance and reliability
  • Experience leading technology projects and managing technologists
  • Proficient in automation, continuous delivery methods, and all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
  • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security
  • Leverage domain expertise in AML/KYC to ensure technical solutions meet compliance requirements
  • Good experience in developing JAVA FSD. Good experience on AWS and migration to cloud platforms, Good experience in Spring, Kafka, Cassandra and APIs