Backend Engineer - Security & Auth (Python)

Akamai; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits at Akamai

FlexBase program

Job summary

Akamai is seeking a Python-focused backend developer to join the Authentication Team, building secure, scalable web applications. You will contribute to Akamai Control Center and Linode Cloud Manager, with emphasis on secure platform components and web services.

Responsibilities include Python backend development, integration of security practices (OWASP Top 10), RESTful API design, and containerized deployments using Docker. Familiarity with JS/TS/Angular is a plus for full-stack work.

Qualifications

• Experience building backend services in Python.
• Knowledge of web security practices (OWASP Top 10).
• Experience with RESTful API design.
• Experience with Docker and containerized deployments.
• Proficient with Git and CI/CD workflows.
• Experience with SQL databases and data modeling.
• Familiarity with Flask or FastAPI.
• Ability to work across full-stack (JS/TS/Angular) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend services and full-stack web apps using Python.
• Implement security best practices and core internet protocols.
• Contribute across the project lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Use AI-assisted development tools to boost productivity.
• Ensure deployments, containerization with Docker, and reliability.
• Create RESTful APIs for production environments.
• Collaborate with customers and engineering teams.

Skills

Python

Backend development

RESTful APIs

JavaScript

TypeScript

Angular

SQL

Security practices (OWASP)

Git

Docker

System design

Tools

Flask

FastAPI

Job description

Akamai is seeking a Python-focused backend developer to join the Authentication Team, building secure, scalable web applications. You will contribute to Akamai Control Center and Linode Cloud Manager, with emphasis on secure platform components and web services.

Responsibilities include Python backend development, integration of security practices (OWASP Top 10), RESTful API design, and containerized deployments using Docker. Familiarity with JS/TS/Angular is a plus for full-stack work.