Poland Remote (Global)

Akamai Technologies is hiring a Software Development Engineer in Test

The Senior II Software Development Engineer in Test will work within the Security Engineering Team to build and sustain automated testing solutions for cloud-based security and name resolution platforms. The role emphasizes performance, scalability, and reliability through rigorous testing of distributed systems.

Responsibilities

  • Create detailed test plans aligned with product and solution requirements
  • Execute testing across a large-scale distributed network to verify both new and existing features
  • Develop, enhance, and maintain automated testing frameworks
  • Measure and evaluate server performance to uphold quality and efficiency standards
  • Diagnose and resolve root causes of technical issues and performance limitations
  • Evaluate business objectives, technical specifications, and system requirements
  • Assess critical performance indicators and produce comprehensive test reports

Requirements

  • Eight years of professional experience in computer science or a related technical discipline
  • Familiarity with quality assurance practices and automation testing techniques
  • Knowledge of network routing principles and protocols including DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, TCP, and UDP
  • Proficiency in object-oriented scripting languages such as Python and automation tools like Ansible
  • Strong attention to detail with proven problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Experience testing REST APIs and graphical user interfaces
  • Hands-on experience working with Linux or Unix-like operating systems

Tech Stack

Python, Ansible, REST APIs, DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, TCP, UDP, Linux, Unix

Benefits

  • Health support and services
  • Financial well-being programs
  • Family-related benefits
  • Workplace experience and environment
  • Opportunities for personal pursuits outside work

Work Arrangement

Global — FlexBase, the company's permanent flexible working program, enables 95% of employees to choose between working remotely, in-office, or in a hybrid model, available worldwide.

Team

Part of a skilled team within the Security Engineering Team.

  • Curious
  • Innovative
  • Collaborative
  • Tenacious
  • Values diversity of thought
  • Committed to making a meaningful difference
  • Global perspectives
  • People-centric

Additional Information

  • Work with advanced and emerging technologies
  • Collaborate with experienced engineers on software design and maintenance
  • Support development of cloud-based name resolution and security solutions
  • Permanent flexible work arrangement allows choice of working from home, office, or a combination
  • Applications are reviewed continuously until the position is filled
Required Skills
PythonAnsibleREST APIsDNSHTTP/STLSTCPUDPLinuxUnix PythonAnsibleREST APIsDNSHTTP/STLSTCPUDPLinuxUnix
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Akamai Technologies
Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences. 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.
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Job Details
Department Software Development
Category qa_testing
Posted 2 months ago