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Senior Engineer – Confluent Marketplace - Partner Applied Solution

We’re not just building better tech. We’re rewriting how data moves and what the world can do with it. With Confluent, data doesn’t sit still. Our platform puts information in motion, streaming in near real-time so companies can react faster, build smarter, and deliver experiences as dynamic as the world around them.

It takes a certain kind of person to join this team. Those who ask hard questions, give honest feedback, and show up for each other. No egos, no solo acts. Just smart, curious humans pushing toward something bigger, together.

One Confluent. One Team. One Data Streaming Platform.

About the Role:

The Partner Applied Solutions (PAS) team is part of Confluent’s Partner & Technology Group, which exists to drive cross-functional innovation, productivity, and partner success through deep event streaming expertise.

PAS engineers focus on building partner-enabling tools, frameworks, and systems that bridge the gap between core products and customer solutions. These are engineered assets designed to scale, evolve, and help partners and Confluent teams deliver robust, consistent, and verified event streaming solutions.

The team operates as a small, high-impact engineering group: pragmatic, technical, and deeply integrated with Confluent’s partner and product ecosystem.

As a Senior Engineer in the Partner Applied Solutions team, your first assignment will be to help design and build the platform, services, and workflows that powers Confluent Marketplace end-to-end.

You’ll work across:

• Confluent Cloud APIs and control plane
• Partner and internal services that publish and manage listings
• Confluent Marketplace UI and back-end flows for discovery, try/buy, provisioning, and metering

Your work will enable partners to launch high-quality offerings quickly, and make it radically simpler for customers to adopt those offerings as part of their event streaming architecture.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building productized platforms, owning end-to-end flows, and working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners to shape how the Confluent ecosystem scales.

What You Will Do:

• Design and build confluent marketplace platform services that power listing management, entitlement, provisioning, and lifecycle events for partner offerings.
• Implement end-to-end flows for how customers discover, evaluate, and adopt marketplace solutions directly from Confluent Cloud.
• Integrate with internal and external systems (e.g., billing, identity, metering, partner APIs) to provide a seamless marketplace experience.
• Develop tools and APIs for partners to onboard, validate, publish, and maintain their listings with clear quality and compliance guardrails.
• Own the lifecycle of features and services from design and prototyping through rollout, observability, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Partner Engineering, and GTM teams to translate partner and customer needs into platform capabilities that scale.
• Contribute to engineering standards and architecture for the marketplace, ensuring services are maintainable, secure, and resilient.
• Participate in design and code reviews, help shape technical direction, and mentor peers where appropriate.

What You Will Bring:

• Strong backend engineering experience, ideally in Java (experience with Go, Python a plus)
• Experience with cloud technologies and distributed systems.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Experience with event streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka) is a plus.
• Experience with REST APIs and gRPC.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with observability and monitoring tools.
• Experience with security best practices.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Engineer at Confluent

Each day as a Senior Engineer at Confluent is dynamic and presents unique opportunities for growth and impact. Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day might look like:

Morning:

• Start the day by reviewing overnight monitoring alerts and addressing any critical issues that require immediate attention.
• Participate in a daily stand-up meeting with the Partner Applied Solutions team to discuss progress, roadblocks, and upcoming tasks.
• Collaborate with product managers and partner engineers to refine requirements for new marketplace features or enhancements.

Afternoon:

• Spend time coding and implementing new features or bug fixes for the Confluent Marketplace platform.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to engineering standards.
• Work with the QA team to develop and execute test plans for new features.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and tools that could improve the performance and scalability of the marketplace platform.

Evening:

• Participate in design discussions with other engineers to architect solutions for complex technical challenges.
• Document system designs and operational procedures.
• Engage with the open-source community to learn about new developments and contribute to relevant projects.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in cloud computing, event streaming, and marketplace development.

Why Ontario?

Ontario offers a vibrant and diverse environment for both personal and professional growth. Here are a few reasons why working in Ontario is a great choice:

• Thriving Tech Scene: Ontario is home to a rapidly growing tech industry, with numerous startups and established companies creating innovative solutions.
• Excellent Quality of Life: Ontario boasts a high quality of life, with access to excellent healthcare, education, and cultural amenities.
• Beautiful Scenery: From the bustling city of Toronto to the serene landscapes of Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario offers a wide range of natural beauty to explore.
• Diverse Culture: Ontario is a multicultural province, with a rich tapestry of cultures and traditions from around the world.

Career Path at Confluent

Confluent is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for growth and advancement. Here’s a potential career path for a Senior Engineer in the Partner Applied Solutions team:

• Senior Engineer: As a Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining key components of the Confluent Marketplace platform.
• Staff Engineer: With experience and expertise, you can advance to the role of Staff Engineer, where you will lead technical projects and mentor other engineers.
• Principal Engineer: As a Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for setting the technical direction for the Partner Applied Solutions team and driving innovation across the organization.
• Engineering Manager: If you have a passion for leading and mentoring teams, you can transition into an Engineering Manager role, where you will be responsible for managing a team of engineers and ensuring their success.

Salary and Benefits

Confluent offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Equity in a rapidly growing company
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Confluent Culture

Confluent is committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and development. We are passionate about data streaming and committed to helping our customers succeed.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and passionate engineer who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Engineer position in the Partner Applied Solutions team. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

FAQ

1. What is Confluent Marketplace?

   Confluent Marketplace is a platform that enables partners to offer their solutions to Confluent customers, making it easier for them to adopt event streaming technologies.

2. What is the Partner Applied Solutions team?

   The Partner Applied Solutions (PAS) team is part of Confluent’s Partner & Technology Group and focuses on building partner-enabling tools, frameworks, and systems.

3. What technologies will I be working with?

   You will be working with a variety of technologies, including Java, Go, Python, cloud technologies, distributed systems, microservices architecture, Kafka, REST APIs, gRPC, SQL/NoSQL databases, and CI/CD pipelines.

4. What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Engineer in this role?

   The key responsibilities include designing and building Confluent Marketplace platform services, implementing end-to-end flows for customer adoption, integrating with internal and external systems, developing tools and APIs for partners, and owning the lifecycle of features and services.

5. What qualifications are required for this role?

   The qualifications include strong backend engineering experience, experience with cloud technologies and distributed systems, experience with microservices architecture, and excellent communication and collaboration skills.

6. What is the career path for this role?

   The career path can lead to roles such as Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, or Engineering Manager.

7. What is the salary and benefits package?

   Confluent offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and equity in the company.

8. What is the company culture like?

   Confluent is committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

9. Is this a remote position?

   Yes, this position is remote and located in Ontario, Canada.

10. What is the application process?

    To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.