IT Solutions Architect II
World KinectFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess deep Oracle expertise, including proven experience with Oracle Database administration, replication, and CDC, specifically with versions 19c and 21c. Familiarity with XStream APIs, LogMiner, and Oracle GoldenGate is required, along with hands-on experience configuring ARCHIVELOG mode, supplemental logging, and managing SCNs. A strong understanding of Kafka Connect architecture and experience building or managing Kafka-based CDC pipelines are essential. Familiarity with real-time architectures using Kafka, Flink, or KSQLDB, and an understanding of event ordering, schema evolution, and snapshot modes are necessary. Proficiency in Java, SQL, and scripting for automation is required for debugging and troubleshooting. Excellent communication and leadership skills are needed to translate technical details into customer value and implementation plans, with experience guiding DBA teams through prerequisites and tuning.
The Senior Solutions Engineer will lead technical discovery and solution design for customers, guiding the implementation of the Oracle XStream CDC Connector in Confluent Cloud and Confluent Platform. They will demonstrate product differentiation, articulate the advantages of Confluent's XStream connector over legacy solutions, and support CDC migrations by collaborating with Professional Services and Partner teams. Responsibilities include shaping customer success through working demos, supporting POCs, and ensuring production readiness for high-throughput, low-latency workloads. The role involves enabling go-to-market execution by training internal stakeholders and customers on XStream-specific requirements and driving a field feedback loop by providing detailed technical insights to Engineering and PM to influence the roadmap for future connector enhancements.
Data streaming solutions for real-time processing
Confluent specializes in data streaming solutions, focusing on helping businesses manage and process real-time data streams. Its main product is built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that allows users to create real-time data pipelines and streaming applications. Clients, including large enterprises and financial institutions, utilize Confluent's tools to collect, process, and analyze data streams, which helps them make quicker and more informed decisions. Unlike many competitors, Confluent offers a subscription-based model for its cloud platform, Confluent Cloud, and its on-premises software, Confluent Platform, ensuring a steady revenue stream. The company also provides professional services like training and consulting to assist clients in optimizing their data streaming solutions. Confluent's goal is to be a leader in the data streaming market, enabling organizations to leverage real-time data for improved operational efficiency.