Staff Software Engineer – Apache Kafka

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Poland.

📋 Description

• Engage with the Apache Kafka community through KIPs, code contributions, reviews, and technical discussions; advocate for Confluent’s interests while considering the wider ecosystem.

• Lead projects that are highly complex, necessitating technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate uncertainty.

• Act as a force multiplier by effectively mentoring the team and providing guidance on robust design principles and software architecture.

• Maintain high standards for the quality of software developed by the team.

• Collaborate with product management and engineering leaders on the roadmap, comprehend specifications, and understand product interfaces.

• Promote operational excellence by focusing on reliability enhancements, managing operational events, and ensuring supportability.

• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills to influence teams and peers beyond your immediate control.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 4 years of experience driving staff-level or equivalent technical initiatives across various teams or components.

• Proven ability to lead in uncertain environments, establish direction, and align multiple teams around intricate technical strategies.

• A history of mentoring senior engineers and enabling others to succeed in high-risk, high-impact projects.

• Proficient in clear and concise technical communication, both written (design documents, KIPs) and verbal (reviews, cross-team discussions).

• Previous experience as a committer/PMC or core maintainer on Apache Kafka or a comparable project.

🏝️ Benefits

• Offers Equity