FAQs
What is the primary technology focus of this DevOps position?
The primary technology focus is on migrating and managing Kafka clusters, specifically from Apache Kafka to Confluent Kafka.
What cloud platforms or container orchestration tools should candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should be familiar with Kubernetes as well as other DevOps tools.
What are the responsibilities regarding Kafka cluster management?
Responsibilities include designing, deploying, and maintaining Kafka clusters across multiple environments, configuring brokers, topics, partitions, and ACLs, and monitoring infrastructure performance.
Is experience with automation tools important for this role?
Yes, experience with automation scripts (e.g., using Ansible, Shell scripting) for Kafka cluster provisioning and maintenance tasks is important.
Will I be expected to provide guidance to other team members?
Yes, you will be expected to provide guidance and mentorship to junior members of the Kafka administration team.
How important is troubleshooting experience in this position?
Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kafka cluster connectivity, broker performance, and data replication is a key responsibility.
Is there room for professional development in this role?
Yes, candidates will be expected to stay updated with Kafka community developments and best practices, recommending upgrades and improvements.
What type of collaboration is expected with development teams?
Collaboration with DevOps and development teams to optimize Kafka configurations for performance and scalability is expected.