Senior Product Architect

Akamai Technologies; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 169,300 - 304,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Akamai Technologies in Cambridge, Massachusetts, seeks a Senior Product Architect to design security products. You'll create high-level architecture, collaborate with product managers, and guide engineering teams on implementations.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in software, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and experience with distributed systems and big data analytics. Compensation ranges from $169,300 to $304,700 annually, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant software experience.
• Experience designing large-scale, low-latency web-based systems.
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product management to finalize requirements.
• Define architecture and functionality for new products.
• Collaborate to address non-functional needs.

Skills

Software design

Distributed systems

Big data analytics

Machine learning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

As a Senior Product Architect at Akamai, you will create end-to-end architecture and high‑level designs for new security products and features, translating requirements into bold architecture and addressing complex security pain points.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product management to understand and finalize the requirements so they fit our technology and bring value to our customers.
• Define the end‑to‑end architecture and the set of functionality required in new or existing products and systems to realize the requirements.
• Collaborate with other organizations to realize the non‑functional needs such as security, availability, and scalability.
• Present the designs for review.
• Guide the engineering teams as they work on the detailed designs and implementation.
• Acquire and share expertise in security products and industry while contributing to their future vision and technical roadmap.

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant software experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience designing large‑scale, low‑latency, web‑based distributed systems.
• Knowledge of big data analytics, machine learning algorithms, and/or appropriate use of AI in software solutions.
• Big‑picture and end‑to‑end vision when designing new features, with a thorough understanding of SDLC and web technologies.
• Good interpersonal skills, comfortable presenting ideas, and the ability to collaborate effectively; ability to handle ambiguity and imperfect information.
• Passionate about building features that are usable for our customers and help solve their problems.
• Proactive in researching systems and issues, documenting solutions thoroughly, and an interest in learning new technologies.

Benefits

• Health, well‑being, and financial benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Employee assistance program focusing on mental and financial wellness.
• FlexBase program supporting flexible work arrangements.

Compensation

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For U.S. based candidates only, the base salary for this position ranges from $169,300 to $304,700 per year. Compensation for candidates outside the U.S. will vary. The package may include incentive compensation such as annual bonus or incentives, equity awards, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Eligibility requirements apply.