Senior Software Engineer

Are you excited about working with cutting-edge network technologies?

Are you a developer who loves solving complex problems?

Join the Network Operations Systems Group

Our team develops innovative solutions crucial to deploying and maintaining Akamai's global network. Our network carries over 20% of the world's web traffic. We care about empowering Network Infrastructure, Operations and Engineering teams to work faster, reliably and more efficiently. We believe collaboration and continuous improvement lead to the best solutions.

Partner with the best

You will be part of a diverse team that designs, develops and maintains high-reliability systems. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have an opportunity to work and collaborate in an international environment with cross-functional teams. These solutions include distributed systems with both web and console interfaces.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Analyzing, designing, and implementing high availability systems software
• Supporting the full product life cycle - ideation, implementation, operation.
• Improving the ability of our software systems for testing, deployment, monitoring and maintenance
• Mentoring less experienced engineers to ensure quality solutions are implemented
• Evaluating emerging trends and technologies related to network operations and automation

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, or related field
• Have at least of 4 years development experience on Linux/ Unix platforms
• Have at least of 4 years experience with programming in Python, Go and/or shell script
• Have knowledge of common internet protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS and/or TLS/SSL
• Have experience with git/Stash and Perforce version control systems.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal abilities.

Build your career at Akamai

Our ability to shape digital life today relies on developing exceptional people like you. The kind that can turn impossible into possible. We’re doing everything we can to make Akamai a great place to work. A place where you can learn, grow and have a meaningful impact.

With our company moving so fast, it’s important that you’re able to build new skills, explore new roles, and try out different opportunities. There are so many different ways to build your career at Akamai, and we want to support you as much as possible. We have all kinds of development opportunities available, from programs such as GROW and Mentoring, to internal events like the APEX Expo and tools such as Linkedin Learning, all to help you expand your knowledge and experience here.

Learn more

Not sure if this job is the right match for you or want to learn more about the job before you apply? Schedule a 15-minute exploratory call with the Recruiter and they would be happy to share more details.