Senior Global Network Infrastructure Lead (Hybrid/Remote)

Akamai; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Akamai is seeking a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to oversee global data center operations, hardware deployment, and lifecycle management. You will work with on-site teams and remote partners to ensure reliability and performance across networks and servers.

The role requires hands-on hardware experience, strong Linux knowledge, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This position offers a path within a leading global platform provider and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in network infrastructure roles.
• Experience in a NOC environment with hands-on hardware.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware and networking equipment.
• Solid troubleshooting skills in large-scale data center environments.
• Understanding of Linux system and server administration.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploying and repairing servers, storage, routers, switches, and other hardware.
• Installing hardware, cabling, firmware, and software on-site and remotely.
• Managing hardware decommission projects, including disposal and data destruction.
• Shipping and receiving networking equipment to maintain availability.
• Executing data center migrations and hardware platform upgrades.
• Coordinating data center deployments from hardware requests to rack design.

Skills

NOC experience

Hardware troubleshooting

Linux system administration

Networking equipment knowledge

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Akamai is seeking a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to oversee global data center operations, hardware deployment, and lifecycle management. You will work with on-site teams and remote partners to ensure reliability and performance across networks and servers.

The role requires hands-on hardware experience, strong Linux knowledge, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This position offers a path within a leading global platform provider and a competitive benefits package.