Senior Python & Java, Kafka & AI (OH)

Senior Python & Java Developer with Kafka & AI

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Python & Java Developer with deep expertise in Kafka and AI/Generative AI technologies. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on Python development experience along with Java, building scalable, event-driven applications and AI-enabled solutions.

12+ years of software development experience

Strong hands-on experience in Python (must-have)

Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices

Expertise in Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams, Producers, Consumers, and Event-Driven Architecture

Experience developing REST APIs and distributed systems

Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP

Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines

Strong knowledge of AI/Generative AI, LLMs, LangChain, LangGraph, OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, or similar frameworks

Experience with RAG, Vector Databases, and AI Agent development is highly preferred

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Design and develop scalable backend applications using Python and Java

Build high-performance event-driven applications using Kafka

Develop and integrate AI/LLM-powered solutions into enterprise platforms

Design secure and scalable REST APIs

Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability

Collaborate with AI, Data Engineering, DevOps, and Product teams

Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, deployment, and production support

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.