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Java Kafka Developer Jobs in Holly Springs, NC (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Open Source Software Engineer (Kafka)

Morrisville, NC

$114K - $151K/yr

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Expert Java engineering capability in performance-sensitive, concurrent, and production-grade distributed systems, with the ability to write, review, and reason about complex Kafka internals at depth.

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

NET Core, MongoDB OR Any NoSQL database, Angular JS or JavaScript, ExpressJS / NodeJS), Data Engineering (Hadoop, Spark, PySpark, Hive, PostgreSQL, Python/Java, Kafka, Airflow and Beam), AI ...

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Full Stack Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$51 - $65.75/hr

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... Kafka, MongoDB, React JS. o Should have strong hands-on development skills onto Java / JEE ... developer role (coding ,code reviews, internal testing sign off etc.) for deliverables from WFI

Java Kotlin Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

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Required Skill and Experience Experience in Kotlin, Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, RESTful APIs ... AWS, DynamoDB, Kafka, Aurora. Preferred Skill and Experience DevOps, CI/CD, GIT, Jenkins ...

Sr.Java Software Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$120K - $159K/yr

HCL Global Systems Inc is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to work in Durham, NC. The role ... such as Kafka, SQS, or similar technologies. Company : HCL Global Systems is a staffing and ...

Java Kotlin Developer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

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... Kafka, Aurora. Additional Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent ... Overview The Infosys Engineering unit is dedicated to amplifying product-centric value delivery ...

RIT Solutions, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Java Developer to join the Asset ... using Kafka to handle high-frequency financial data. • Develop and optimize automated batch ...

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How much do java kafka developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for java kafka developer in Holly Springs, NC is $49.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.45 and $54.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Lead Software Engineer - Kafka (Remote)

First Citizens Bank

Raleigh, NC • On-site, Remote

$130K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


First Citizens Bank rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

107th of 171 rated banks


Job description

Overview
This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. Priority given to those located remotely in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas.
We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with experience in Kafka-based event-driven integrations, for the Enterprise Architecture team. This technical lead role will focus on designing and implementing scalable enterprise integration solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives.
Responsibilities
  • Software Development Support -
    • Design, configure and maintain Confluent Kafka clusters in a multi data center and cloud environment
    • Implement authorization, authentication and schema governance
    • Build real-time data pipelines using Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams and KSQL/FLinkSQL
    • Monitor system metrics and address any performance issues to ensure high availability
  • Technical Expert - Maintains a strong knowledge of technology trends and impact on the Bank's infrastructure to provide relevant consultative guidance. Trains and mentors' others on new technologies.
  • Consultation - Provides technical advice and direction to associates, management, and developmental project teams. Utilizes knowledge to consult and develop software to solve complex technical problems.
  • Business Strategy - Advises on strategies that align developmental projects with long-term business needs and technological direction. Assists management in implementing initiatives or strategies across the division.

Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance
OR
High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in designing, configuring and maintaining Confluent Kafka clusters in a multi-data center and cloud environment
  • Hands-on experience in establishing and enforcing best practices for, Kafka topic design, schema evolution, and DevOps automation.
  • Experience in Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry
  • Proficient in Java, Python, or Go
  • Experience integrating with legacy systems and modernizing monolithic applications.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud native architecture.
  • Manage technical risks, dependencies, and escalations, ensuring proactive communication and resolution.
  • Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Openshift).

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This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.
If hired in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas, the base pay for this position is generally between $130,109 and $170,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.
Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

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