Associate Consultant - Data Architect with Kafka & API

At CGI, you are part of a team of builders. Each individual who joins CGI contributes to building a company that now consists of 72,000 professionals spread across 40 countries. Since its establishment in 1976, CGI has emerged as a leading IT and business process services firm dedicated to supporting clients in achieving success. The organization possesses global resources, expertise, stability, and a team of committed professionals essential for attaining desired outcomes. As a member of CGI, you have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is continually growing and evolving. To learn more, visit www.cgi.com. As an Associate Consultant - Data Architect with Kafka & API at CGI, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable API and Kafka-based solutions. Your responsibilities will involve ensuring the efficient and reliable flow of data across systems to enable real-time data processing and integration. Key tasks include designing and implementing Kafka-based data pipelines, developing APIs, and ensuring that the overall architecture aligns with business requirements and performance standards. Key Responsibilities: - API Design and Development: Develop and maintain RESTful and/or gRPC APIs, create and update API documentation, collaborate with development teams, and ensure API performance and security. - Kafka Modeling and Architecture: Design and implement Kafka-based data pipelines, model data structures and Kafka topics, develop Kafka Connectors, and monitor Kafka cluster performance. - Data Integration: Integrate data from various sources using Kafka, ensure data consistency and quality across systems. To excel in this role, you should have: - Minimum 10+ years of experience in API and Kafka modeling, JSON schema creation, and API Swagger creation. - Proficiency in SQL/Unix, with Big Data/Hadoop experience being an advantage. - Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, and Agile development methodologies. - Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. At CGI, you will experience a work culture based on ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging. You will be considered an owner from day one, actively contributing to the company's success and shaping its strategy and direction. Your work will be valued, allowing you to develop innovative solutions, build relationships, and access global capabilities to scale your ideas. CGI is committed to supporting your career growth, providing opportunities for skill development and exposure to diverse industry and technology expertise. Join us at CGI, one of the world's largest IT and business consulting services firms, and be a part of our team.,