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Remote Kafka Developer Jobs in Philadelphia, PA (NOW HIRING)

Knowledge of AMQ, Kafka, or RabbitMQ. * Database & Programming: Strong understanding of SQL and OOP languages (Java, C#). Minimum Requirements * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or ...

Sr. Backend Engineer

Media, PA · Remote

$90 - $105/hr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Hybrid - Onsite 4 Days/Week, Remote Fridays - Philadelphia, PA Start Date: ASAP Duration: Until end ... utilizing Kafka and similar messaging platforms Work within containerized, cloud-native ...

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, cybersecurity, QA, and product ... Experience with distributed systems, event streaming, or message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Back-End Engineer

Philadelphia, PA · Remote

$75K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develop and enhance software for advanced Condition Assessment and Remote Monitoring systems in ... Hands-on experience with message brokers such as RabbitMQ, Kafka, or similar. * Proficiency with ...

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How much do remote kafka developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote kafka developer in Philadelphia, PA is $53.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.69 and $61.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Kafka Developer vs Remote Data Engineer?

AspectRemote Kafka DeveloperRemote Data Engineer
Required SkillsKafka, Java/Scala, streaming dataETL, SQL, Hadoop, Kafka
Work EnvironmentFocus on Kafka-based data pipelinesBroader data infrastructure and pipeline management
Industry UsageTech, finance, e-commerceTech, healthcare, finance
CertificationsKafka certifications, cloud skillsData engineering certifications, cloud skills

Remote Kafka Developers specialize in building and maintaining Kafka-based streaming data solutions, focusing on real-time data processing. Remote Data Engineers have a broader role, managing entire data pipelines, including Kafka, databases, and ETL processes. While both roles require knowledge of Kafka and cloud platforms, Data Engineers typically possess additional skills in data architecture and broader data tools.

What are the most commonly searched types of Kafka Developer jobs in Philadelphia, PA?

The most popular types of Kafka Developer jobs in Philadelphia, PA are:

M6.20 MuleSoft Lead (100% Remote)

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Trenton, NJ • Remote

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Job description

MuleSoft Lead (100% Remote)Job ID: 5771
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Remote)
Duration: Up to 12 months, with potential for extensionOur direct client is seeking an experienced MuleSoft Lead to join their team remotely. This is an exciting opportunity to lead integration projects and drive technical excellence using the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead design sessions and communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders.
  • Design and implement RESTful and SOAP APIs using RAML or OpenAPI specifications.
  • Build and optimize Mule flows, scopes, error handling strategies, message filters, validation, DataWeave transformations, message enrichers, and flow controls in Mule 4.x.
  • Configure and manage API Gateway policies (security, throttling, rate limiting).
  • Implement secure integrations using OAuth 2.0, SAML, and OpenID Connect.
  • Collaborate on integration architecture using patterns like batch, pub/sub, point-to-point, and service orchestration.
  • Utilize CI/CD tools such as Git, Maven, or Azure DevOps for streamlined development.
  • Leverage logging and monitoring tools (e.g., ELK Stack, MuleSoft Monitoring) to ensure system performance.
  • Work with cloud platforms (e.g., Salesforce, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and message queues/event streaming systems (e.g., AMQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ).

Technical Skills
  • Expertise in MuleSoft Anypoint Platform: API Manager, Runtime Manager, Exchange.
  • API Development: Proficient in designing RESTful/SOAP APIs with RAML or OpenAPI.
  • Mule 4.x: Strong experience with Mule flows, error handling, DataWeave, and flow controls.
  • Connectors: In-depth knowledge of MuleSoft connectors (Database, Salesforce, FTP, JMS).
  • Security: Experience with OAuth 2.0, SAML, and OpenID Connect.
  • Integration Patterns: Batch, pub/sub, point-to-point, and service orchestration.
  • CI/CD Tools: Proficiency with Git, Maven, Azure DevOps, or similar tools.
  • Monitoring: Familiarity with ELK Stack and MuleSoft Monitoring.
  • Cloud Platforms: Experience with Salesforce, AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Message Queues: Knowledge of AMQ, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.
  • Database & Programming: Strong understanding of SQL and OOP languages (Java, C#).

Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Experience:
    • 8+ years of programming experience.
    • 5+ years as a Lead MuleSoft Architect/Developer.

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