Mary Paretti

IDR is seeking a Platform Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity. This role is ideal for an experienced software engineer focused on developer platforms, data streaming, and micro-frontend frameworks within a technology organization dedicated to innovation and reliability.

Position Overview for the Platform Engineer:

• Design, implement, and operate Kafka/Debezium CDC patterns that capture SQL database changes and publish well-structured events to Kafka topics.
• Build reusable paved paths and self-service workflows for event-streaming adoption, including opportunities to expose onboarding through Backstage templates/scaffolder.
• Contribute to Backstage developer portal adoption, plugin/template enhancements, service catalog quality, and developer documentation.
• Support and improve the team’s React micro-frontend framework through upgrades, maintainability improvements, and developer experience enhancements.
• Assist in MuleSoft platform operations and integration engineering needs, including platform upgrades, API lifecycle support, observability, and secure deployment practices.

Requirements for the Platform Engineer:

• Kafka / event-driven architecture — MUST HAVE
• SQL + CDC — VERY IMPORTANT
• Debezium — HIGHLY PREFERRED
• Platform engineering / developer experience — VERY IMPORTANT
• TypeScript/React — important but probably trainable

What's in it for you?

• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.