Senior Network Engineer - Hybrid/Remote, DDoS & Automation

Akamai Technologies, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and automation of Akamai's global network infrastructure.

You will tackle complex routing, data center fabrics, DDoS defense, and automation to enable scalable, reliable, and secure connectivity for our products and customers. You will drive architecture from initial design through to deployment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor others in network best practices.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience in networking.
• Extensive IP network design and scalable BGP routing experience.
• Knowledge of data center architectures (CLOS Fabric) and overlay networks (VXLAN/EVPN).
• Experience with multi-vendor equipment such as Juniper and Cisco; routing platforms like BIRD, FRR, Cumulus.
• Experience with DDoS detection and mitigation.
• Experience developing and managing network configuration templates using Python, Ansible and Jinja2.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Akamai's global network infrastructure.
• Design and implement automated detection and mitigation for inbound/outbound DDoS attacks.
• Develop and maintain core network configuration templates using Jinja2.
• Implement new hardware platforms and network features within the automation framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data models and requirements.
• Serve as SME for complex network issues and perform deep-dive troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain clear documentation and procedures.

Skills

IP network design

BGP routing

DDoS mitigation

Data center fabrics

Network automation

VXLAN

EVPN

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Juniper

Cisco

BIRD

FRR

Cumulus

Python

Ansible

Jinja2

Job description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and automation of Akamai's global network infrastructure.

You will tackle complex routing, data center fabrics, DDoS defense, and automation to enable scalable, reliable, and secure connectivity for our products and customers. You will drive architecture from initial design through to deployment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor others in network best practices.