Job Description
Do you have a passion for network interconnection?
Are you looking to work with an international team to solve problems on a global scale?
Be part of our Global Network Architecture team!
Our team supports Akamai's global backbone by solving operational challenges through code. This position focuses on creating a software ecosystem able to solve the tactical and business challenges of Architecture, Engineering and Services in scalable, modular and innovative ways. As an embedded DevOps engineer, you will be tasked with understanding the challenges of our larger team.
Partner with the best
You will be partnering with stakeholders from EMEA on developing business and network strategies to optimize performance while meeting mutual financial aspects.
As a Network Architect, you will be responsible for:
- Designing, developing and supporting systems to aid in the day-to-day responsibilities of Network Architecture and Engineering
- Troubleshooting and enhancing Akamai's backbone
- Being aware of Network Security
Do what you love
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have full stack programming experience, including Python and other programming languages as well as Javascript and HTML.
- Have experience with DevOps practices; Ability to maintain software stacks quickly and in a scalable manner
- Have experience with network telemetry software stacks, including metric agents, time-series databases, dashboarding and alerting
- Have knowledge of general Internet network operations including those of Internet and network service providers
- Have experience with Internet routing protocols and hardware, and with Content Distribution or Carrier/ISP/NSP Networks
- Have experience in network diagnostics tools to aid in troubleshooting and problem detection e.g. nmap, tcpdump, netflow
Work in a way that works for you
FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.
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At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.
Working for you
At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:
- Your health
- Your finances
- Your family
- Your time at work
- Your time pursuing other endeavors
Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.
About us
Innovating on a global scale, we deliver our customers a fast, smart and secure intelligent edge platform. Working against a backdrop of digital collaboration, our highly skilled teams build progressive solutions that have the scope to transform entertainment, business, and life in ways that we have yet to imagine.
Join us
Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!
Akamai is committed to complying with COVID-19 requirements in the countries where it operates. For locations or roles subject to vaccination mandates, we require proof of vaccination, if permitted, as a condition of employment. We will provide additional details regarding our vaccine record submission protocols during the hiring and onboarding process.
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