Akamai is hiring for Software Engineer | Remote
Akamai
In this role, you will contribute to high-throughput, high-reliability platforms that handle customer security certificates and configurations. Our group supports various internal teams by enabling secure delivery, concentrating on the development of large-scale, resilient, and high-performance systems.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.
- Between six months and two years of relevant experience in Software Engineering, DevOps, or a related area.
- Proven proficiency in languages like Python or Bash within a Linux/Unix environment.
- A solid grasp of containerization concepts and technologies such as Docker.
- Hands-on experience, whether academic or professional, with cloud environments like AWS or Azure.
- Demonstrable experience with SQL and common relational databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.
- Architecting and implementing systems designed to manage tens of thousands of simultaneous operations.
- Authoring software that efficiently utilizes both Relational Database Management Systems and NoSQL databases.
- Developing new functionalities from concept to completion, augmenting current features, and refining existing code for better performance.
- Adhering to established development methodologies, including partnering with testing and SQA teams to guarantee successful system deployments.
Akamai
Technology
Akamai Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in cloud services, specializing in content delivery network (CDN), cybersecurity, and edge computing solutions. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Akamai's mission is to make the internet fast, reliable, and secure for its customers. The company operates one of the world’s largest distributed computing platforms, enabling businesses to deliver digital content and applications seamlessly to users worldwide. With over 9,000 employees as of 2024, Akamai serves thousands of enterprises, including many Fortune 500 companies, across industries such as media, e-commerce, finance, and gaming. Akamai is widely recognized for its robust security offerings, including web application and API protection, and its ability to mitigate some of the largest DDoS attacks ever recorded. In recent news, Akamai has expanded its cloud computing capabilities through strategic acquisitions and the launch of new edge platforms, reinforcing its position as a key player in the evolving digital infrastructure landscape.