Software Development Engineer in Test (Python & Networking)

Akamai Technologies, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 79,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to enhance the automation infrastructure for product testing, ensuring broad coverage and efficiency in testing methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in Python, with a passion for solving distributed systems challenges. This position offers flexible working options, making it a great opportunity to grow within an innovative team.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

401K savings plan

Parental leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience in developing test automation in Python.
• Passionate about solving large scale distributed systems problems.
• Exposure or interest in internet technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to system test plans for effective test coverage.
• Create and deploy automated system tests for real-world scenarios.
• Improve testing methodologies for enhanced automation efficiency.
• Review product and system requirements to verify test plans.

Skills

Test automation in Python

Problem-solving in distributed systems

Knowledge of internet technologies

Emerging technologies (AI, Cloud)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Would you like to impact the digital experiences of millions of users?

Do you enjoy solving large scale distributed systems problems?

Join our Edge Apps Engineering team!

Our team tests all Products and Technologies across the Edge Apps Engineering group. We develop automation infrastructure for product testing and collaborate with the rest of the Engineering teams to qualify features. We are knowledgeable about all Delivery products and focus on System integration testing replicating real world scenarios.

Partner with the best

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be tasked with solving critical software automation and verification problems in a distributed systems environment. Working with developers and other QA teams you will become an expert in system-wide automation infrastructure.

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for:

• Contributing to system test plans to ensure highly effective test coverage & automation.

• Creating and deploying automated system tests to replicate real world scenarios.

• Improving testing methodologies and procedures to enhance test automation efficiency.

• Reviewing product & system design requirements to verify accuracy of test plans and test cases.

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or its equivalent.

• Possess experience in developing test automation in Python.

• Be passionate about solving large scale distributed systems problems.

• Have exposure or interest in working with internet technologies such as TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, etc.

• Be passionate about solving QA challenges using emerging technologies such as AI and Cloud Native solutions.

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai\'s Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.

Learn (https://www.akamai.com/careers) what makes Akamai a great place to work

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We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

At Akamai, we\'re curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you\'ll thrive here.

Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:

• Your health

• Your finances

• Your family

• Your time at work

• Your time pursuing other endeavors

Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

About us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world\'s most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!

Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.

If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

Compensation

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $79,235 - $164,565/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.