SDET (Python) for Scalable Cloud Platform - Flexible Work

Akamai; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Akamai is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to define test strategies, automate the SDLC from testing to deployment, and ensure platform reliability. This role focuses on troubleshooting deployment issues, building automated test frameworks, and validating microservices across environments.

You will work within the Platform Engineering Team, bringing strong Python/Pytest skills, Linux scripting, and experience with virtualization and containerization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Proficient in Python and Pytest.
• Experience with Perl and Go.
• Strong Linux fundamentals and Bash scripting.
• Experience with virtualization and containerization.
• Experience with automation tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, SaltStack.

Responsibilities

• Investigating and troubleshooting deployment-related issues and provide recommendations.
• Developing and maintaining automated test frameworks for code changes (unit, integration, end-to-end).
• Creating and maintaining test plans and test cases for microservices.
• Collaborating in integration testing with other engineering groups and suggesting improvements.
• Investigating requirements for safe deployment and rollback strategies; verify during deployment.
• Writing and maintaining scripts to automate platform service deployments.

Skills

Python

Pytest

Perl

Golang

Linux fundamentals

Bash scripting

Virtualization

Containerization

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

SaltStack

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Debian packaging

apt

Dependency management

Job description

Akamai is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to define test strategies, automate the SDLC from testing to deployment, and ensure platform reliability. This role focuses on troubleshooting deployment issues, building automated test frameworks, and validating microservices across environments.

You will work within the Platform Engineering Team, bringing strong Python/Pytest skills, Linux scripting, and experience with virtualization and containerization.