Software Developer - Confluent
IBM · Posted Oct 16
Hybrid cloud, artificial intelligence, enterprise software, quantum computing, and IT consulting services
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About the role
IBM Software builds AI-powered, cloud-native products that power digital transformation for clients across industries. This team develops and operates Kafka Connect connectors that integrate with external data systems, with a focus on production reliability. The Software Developer will design, implement, test, and troubleshoot connector features and bug fixes while contributing to technical designs, code reviews, and an on-call rotation.
What you will do
- Design, implement, test, and troubleshoot well-defined features, enhancements, and bug fixes for Kafka Connect connectors integrating with external data systems.
- Develop maintainable, production-quality code supported by comprehensive unit, integration, and system tests.
- Contribute to technical designs for assigned work, document proposed approaches, and participate in code reviews.
- Contribute to the operational readiness and reliability of connectors serving production customers, including participation in an on-call rotation.
- Investigate customer-reported and production issues, contributing to root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- 1-3 years of professional software development experience building and supporting backend services in production.
- Proficiency in a major programming language, preferably Java, with a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design fundamentals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and issues clearly.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment, incorporate feedback, and deliver well-scoped work with guidance from senior engineers.
- Customer-focused mindset, with interest in operating and improving reliable production services.
- Familiarity with Apache Kafka, Kafka Connect, or event streaming systems.
- Experience developing integrations with databases or data platforms.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with observability tooling, including metrics, logs, tracing, dashboards, and alerting.
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and release processes.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About IBM
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a global technology and consulting company that provides hybrid cloud, artificial intelligence, and enterprise infrastructure solutions. Operating in over 175 countries, IBM helps businesses across industries modernize operations, secure data, and drive digital transformation through platforms like watsonx and Red Hat OpenShift. Founded over a century ago, the company remains a pioneer in high-performance computing, enterprise automation, and quantum technology.
- Industry
- Information Technology
- Company size
- 260,000+ employees
- Founded
- June 16, 1911
- Location
- Armonk, New York, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $3.5B raised
- ·Post Ipo Debt$150M
Leadership
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Senior Vice President, Software and Chief Commercial Officer
Senior Vice President, IBM Consulting
Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications
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