Middle\Senior Backend Engineer (Kafka, Java, ELK)

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Ukraine Remote permanent

Posted: March 12, 2026

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Backend Engineer to join a well-established development team working on large-scale event-driven systems.

Our client is an integrated shipping services company that has established itself as an independent carrier with a fresh and innovative approach to global logistics. The company operates a smart and efficient worldwide network, delivering reliable shipping services and ensuring stable operations for customers across the globe.

In this role, you will design and build event-driven solutions using Kafka and related technologies, focusing on stream processing applications, data pipelines, and monitoring solutions built with the ELK stack.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka and Kafka Streams;

• Build and maintain stream processing applications and data pipelines;

• Design and implement ELK pipelines, indexes, dashboards, and alerts;

• Lead architecture discussions and contribute to the design of Kafka-based event streaming systems;

• Configure Kafka connectors and manage Kafka topics;

• Develop scalable event-based processing applications according to architecture and design specifications;

• Support development and QA teams throughout the software development lifecycle;

• Contribute to monitoring, observability, and reliability of streaming platforms.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience building Kafka-based applications;

• Strong experience with Kafka ecosystem components:

• Kafka Streams (including Processor API)

• Kafka Connect

• Schema Registry

• 4+ years of experience with Java and Spring, implementing Kafka Streams applications;

• Hands-on experience with the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for monitoring and observability;

• Experience with Logstash Configuration Language (LCL) for configuring pipelines (inputs, filters, outputs);

• Solid knowledge of SQL and Oracle PL/SQL, including query optimization;

• Experience working with REST APIs;

• Experience using Kafka CLI tools and REST APIs for managing Kafka resources;

• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments;

• Experience with IntelliJ IDEA;

• Experience contributing to DevOps processes for Kafka and ELK.

Nice to Have:

• Experience managing and maintaining ELK servers;

• Experience with Confluent Kafka Cloud;

• Experience with Python;

• Exposure to AI/ML-related projects.

We offer*:

• Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible

• A competitive salary and good compensation package

• Personalized career growth

• Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)

• Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing

• Education reimbursement

• Memorable anniversary presents

• Corporate events and team buildings

• Other location-specific benefits

*not applicable for freelancers

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