[Remote] Staff Software Engineer at Confluent

Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Data StreamingIndustries

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience, typically involving 8+ years of relevant experience in stream processing or large-scale distributed systems
Demonstrated strong fundamentals and extensive experience in the architecture, design, and development of a complex engineering system from end to end
Proven ability to lead efforts with a group or own a deep technical area individually, and effectively align small groups on technical direction
Strong understanding of cloud engineering principles, including building and operating mission-critical systems in public cloud environments
Proficiency in Go, Java, Scala, or Rust with the ability to contribute technically to development in these languages

Responsibilities

Architect and drive technical strategy: Own the architecture and technical strategy for a complex engineering system (e.g., a core component of scheduling, deployment, autoscaling, or state management) within the Flink engine
Contribute to the broader technical vision and translate it into actionable, high-impact projects aligned with Confluent Cloud’s strategic goals
Exercise sound judgment in balancing short-term implementation efforts versus long-term architectural health
Independently drive the execution of open-ended, complicated technical projects within your area of expertise or across peer teams from inception through production
Identify and initiate high leverage, high impact projects in your area of expertise and gain buy-in from stakeholders
Significantly simplify the complexity of code and design to help the team and company move fast
Serve as the sought-out technical expert for your domain, driving great quality and impact to architectural designs for your team and peer teams
Improve the stability, performance, scalability, and operational excellence across multiple critical systems within the SPA team
Act as a subject matter expert for troubleshooting and improving operational automation, proactively addressing systemic issues
Demonstrate strong, clear, succinct technical communication skills (written and verbal) to drive clear decisions and uplevel communication for the team
Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, helping the team grow sustainably (e.g., by setting up processes/tools that make others successful)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Apache FlinkStream ProcessingCloud NativeAutoscalingState ManagementArchitectureTechnical StrategySchedulingDeploymentJavaDistributed Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position.

What is the salary range for this Staff Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experiences are required for this role?

The role requires expertise in Apache Flink, architecting complex engineering systems like scheduling, deployment, autoscaling, or state management, and experience driving technical strategy and executing high-impact projects.

What is the company culture like at Confluent?

Confluent values team members who ask hard questions, give honest feedback, show up for each other, with no egos or solo acts—just smart, curious humans pushing toward something bigger together.

What makes a strong candidate for this Staff Software Engineer position?

Strong candidates have deep technical expertise in stream processing with Apache Flink, can independently drive complex projects from inception to production, demonstrate architectural judgment, and excel in mentorship and clear communication.

Confluent

Data streaming solutions for real-time processing

About Confluent

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.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$443.5MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Best Teammates on Planet Earth - Loving your job has a lot to do with the people around you. Luckily at Confluent, you will find some of the most genuine people who make you excited to come to work each day.

Adjustable Working Arrangements - While most of our employees work typical business hours, we encourage everyone to partner with their manager to make a schedule that works best for them and Confluent.

Robust Benefits - Health and wellness is important and Confluent is proud to offer a total benefits program that ranks in the top percentile of companies similar in size to our industry in our established geographies.

Rest and Recharge Days - Personal time off is great but it is even better when your whole team has the day. Each quarter, teams have three recharge days where the entire team logs off and refreshes before coming back to work.

Weekly Lunch Spend - At Confluent, we have a weekly lunch program called “No Pay Thursday.” On Thursdays, lunch is provided by Confluent at local restaurants and grocery stores, taxes may apply for some countries.

Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) - Confluent employees work really hard to meet the needs of our growing and scaling business. To make sure that we don’t burn out, we encourage everyone to balance their PTO in an adequate way.

Risks

CTO Chad Verbowski's retirement may lead to a temporary leadership vacuum.

WarpStream acquisition may present integration challenges, disrupting operations.

Participation in MongoDB AI Program exposes Confluent to competitive pressures.

Differentiation

Confluent's platform is based on Apache Kafka, a leading open-source data streaming technology.

The company offers a subscription-based model, ensuring steady recurring revenue streams.

Confluent's solutions cater to diverse industries, enhancing real-time data processing capabilities.

Upsides

Increased adoption of Apache Flink complements Confluent's existing Apache Kafka-based solutions.

Integration with MongoDB's AI Applications Program enhances AI-driven data processing capabilities.

The OEM Program launch can drive new partnerships and expand market presence.

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