Confluent Kafka

Job Title: Confluent CDC System Analyst

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Confluent Change Data Capture (CDC) System Analyst/ Tech lead to implement real-time data streaming solutions. The role involves implementing robust CDC frameworks using Confluent Kafka , ensuring seamless data integration between covare banking systems and analytics platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in event-driven architectures, CDC technologies, and cloud-based data solutions .

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Confluent Kafka-based CDC solutions to support real-time data movement across banking systems.
• Implement event-driven and microservices-based data solutions for enhanced scalability, resilience, and performance .
• Integrate CDC pipelines with core banking applications, databases, and enterprise systems .
• Ensure data consistency, integrity, and security , adhering to banking compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI-DSS).
• Lead the adoption of Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry for real-time data processing.
• Optimize data replication, transformation, and enrichment using CDC tools like Debezium, GoldenGate, or Qlik Replicate .
• Collaborate with Infra team, data engineers, DevOps teams, and business stakeholders to align data streaming capabilities with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership in troubleshooting, performance tuning, and capacity planning for CDC architectures.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and drive innovation in real-time banking data solutions .

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in Confluent Kafka and Change Data Capture (CDC) solutions .
• Strong expertise in Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry .
• Hands-on experience with CDC tools such as Debezium, Oracle GoldenGate, or Qlik Replicate .
• Hands on experience on IBM Analytics
• Solid understanding of core banking systems, transactional databases, and financial data flows .
• Knowledge of cloud-based Kafka implementations (AWS MSK, Azure Event Hubs, or Confluent Cloud) .
• Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) with CDC configurations.
• Strong experience in event-driven architectures, microservices, and API integrations .
• Familiarity with security protocols, compliance, and data governance in banking environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and stakeholder communication skills .