IBM
[Confluent] Software Engineer, Kubernetes Platform
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At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBM’s product and technology landscape. Here, you’ll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world.
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Confluent is pioneering a fundamentally new category of data infrastructure focused on data in motion. Have you ever found a new favorite series on Netflix, picked up groceries curbside at Walmart, or paid for something using Square? That’s the power of data in motion in action, giving organizations instant access to the massive amounts of data that is constantly flowing throughout their business.
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At Confluent, we’re building the foundational platform for this new paradigm of data infrastructure. Our cloud-native offering is designed to be the intelligent connective tissue enabling real-time data, from multiple sources, to constantly stream across the organization. With Confluent, organizations can create a central nervous system to innovate and win in a digital-first world.
We’re looking for self-motivated team members who crave a challenge and feel energized to roll up their sleeves and help realize Confluent’s enormous potential. Chart your own path and take healthy risks as we solve big problems together. We value having diverse teams and want you to grow as we grow. Whether you’re just starting out in your career or managing a large team, you’ll be amazed at the magnitude of your impact.
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Preferred Education
Master's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
- Strong fundamentals in distributed systems design and development
- Good understanding of the Kubernetes ecosystem
- Experience building and operating large-scale systems
- Understanding of core systems operations, including storage, networking, and operating systems
- Self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency in Go, Python, C++, or other statically typed programming languages
- Experience with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Experience with Golang and Kubernetes CNI technologies
- Hands-on Kubernetes experience
- Relevant cloud infrastructure and cloud networking experience
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