Senior Network Engineer - Remote/Hybrid, Automation Leader

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

Job summary

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead design, automation, and operation of Akamai's global network infrastructure. You will tackle complex routing, data center fabrics, DDoS defense, and automation to scale, secure, and improve performance for customers.

Responsibilities include building and maintaining the network, creating automation templates with Python, Ansible, and Jinja2, and collaborating across teams to meet data model requirements.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience or more.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Designing, building, and maintaining Akamai's global network infrastructure.
• Designing and implementing automated detection and mitigation strategies for inbound and outbound DDoS attacks.
• Developing and maintaining Akamai's core network configuration templates using Jinja2.
• Implementing new hardware platforms and network features within the automation framework.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data models and functional requirements.
• Serving as a subject matter expert for complex network issues, performing deep-dive troubleshooting and analysis.
• Creating and maintaining clear documentation & procedures.

Skills

IP network design

BGP routing

Automation

DDoS defense

Python

Ansible

Jinja2

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Juniper

Cisco

BIRD

FRR

Cumulus

Job description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead design, automation, and operation of Akamai's global network infrastructure. You will tackle complex routing, data center fabrics, DDoS defense, and automation to scale, secure, and improve performance for customers.

Responsibilities include building and maintaining the network, creating automation templates with Python, Ansible, and Jinja2, and collaborating across teams to meet data model requirements.