Software Engineer at Akamai Technologies

Feedinkoo; United States; Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Akamai Technologies seeks an experienced backend developer to own and lead our Cloud Platform initiatives in the United States. You will architect, implement, and extend the Cloud Management API using Go and Python, on a Serverless platform, while expanding Kubernetes with custom operators.

You will collaborate with product groups and partners, tackling challenging engineering problems, leveraging ArgoCD and other cutting‑edge tools to deliver scalable SaaS solutions.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of backend development experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Exposure to AI/ML, LLMs, inference performance, observability tools, and analytics platforms.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex JSON and data structures for innovative algorithms.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented programming and test‑driven development in Python and Go.
• Experience building applications on Kubernetes with microservices.
• Experience with cloud environment design and development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the architectural roadmap of the Cloud platform.
• Build and develop the Cloud Management API in Go and Python on a Serverless platform.
• Extend Kubernetes by developing custom Kubernetes operators in Go and Python.
• Work with Serverless Applications, ArgoCD (GitOps), Kubernetes Native Operators, and related tech.
• Solve complex engineering problems and lead the design of the SaaS solution.

Skills

Backend development

Python

Go

Kubernetes

OO programming

Test-driven development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ArgoCD

Kubernetes Operators

Serverless platform

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced developer to lead and own our Cloud Platform. Our focus is on delivering highly scalable network infrastructure and access‑based security products to customers. The role involves collaborating with product groups and external partners to provide secure internet and network access to end‑users.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the architectural roadmap of our Cloud platform.
• Build and develop our Cloud Management API in Go and Python, running on a Serverless platform.
• Extend Kubernetes by developing custom Kubernetes operators in Go and Python.
• Work with cutting‑edge technologies such as Serverless Applications, ArgoCD (GitOps), Kubernetes Native Operators (custom resources), and others.
• Solve complex engineering problems and lead the design of our SaaS solution.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in backend development and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Exposure to AI/ML, LLMs, inference performance, observability tools, and analytics platforms.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex JSON and data structures, focusing on innovative algorithmic solutions.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented programming and test‑driven development in Python and Go.
• Experience building applications on top of Kubernetes with micro‑services.
• Experience with application design and development in cloud environments.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for Akamai’s Global Flexible Working Program, offering employees the choice to work from home, office, or both in the country advertised.

Benefits

Our benefits include health, financial, family, and well‑being programs. A comprehensive list of benefits such as 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and employee assistance programs is available to all employees.

Compensation

For U.S. candidates, the base salary ranges from $83,800 to $174,200 per year. Compensation outside the U.S. varies. The package may include incentive bonuses, equity awards, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Akamai Technologies is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. 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.