Messaging Platform Engineer (Kafka) | Kaunas/Vilnius

We are looking for a Messaging Platform Engineer. Key Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and maintain Kafka event streaming clusters to support real-time data flows. Operate and support AMQ Enterprise Messaging infrastructure for reliable message delivery. Manage API Management platforms to enable secure, governed API-driven integrations. Ensure 24x7 availability and performance of messaging and event infrastructure. Monitor message flows, queues, and topics, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks. Support application teams in designing event-driven and API integration patterns. Implement security, access control, and governance for messaging and API platforms. Respond to and resolve incidents affecting messaging services. Required Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and enterprise messaging systems (e.g., IBM MQ / AMQ). Experience with API Management platforms and API gateway concepts. Understanding of event-driven architecture and integration patterns. Experience monitoring and tuning message throughput and latency. Scripting/automation skills for operational tasks. Strong troubleshooting skills within a 24x7 operational environment. We offer: Encouraging working atmosphere, engaging activities, and extra benefits (e.g., additional medical insurance (covers gym subscription), team events, outreach activities, and others). Hybrid work model (work from the Vilnius or Kaunas office 3 times per week). Open, modern, and ergonomic work environment when working from the office with a multicultural community. Opportunity to grow both professionally and personally and continuously develop within the domain.