Akamai Technologies is hiring a Senior II Software Development Engineer in Test. You will collaborate with a skilled team to design, develop, and maintain essential software for Akamai's cloud-based name resolution and security products, delivering innovative solutions that meet customer needs.
What You'll Do
- Develop comprehensive test plans based on product and solution requirements.
- Perform tests on a large-scale distributed test network to validate new and existing features.
- Maintain, enhance, and develop test automation.
- Benchmark server metrics to ensure quality and high performance.
- Investigate and analyze root causes of technical issues and performance bottlenecks.
- Review business needs, requirements, and technical specifications.
- Analyze key performance metrics and develop thorough test reports.
What We're Looking For
- 8 years of relevant experience in computer science or an equivalent technical field.
- A working knowledge of quality assurance methodologies and test automation.
- An understanding of network routing concepts and protocols such as DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, TCP, and UDP.
- Experience in software development using object-oriented scripting languages like Python and automation tools like Ansible.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Testing experience with REST APIs and Graphical User Interfaces.
- Experience working with Linux/Unix-like operating systems.
Technical Stack
- Python
- Ansible
- Linux/Unix
- REST APIs
Team & Environment
You will join Akamai's Security Engineering Team, a group that is curious, innovative, collaborative, and tenacious.
Benefits & Compensation
- Flexible working program (FlexBase)
- Comprehensive benefits surrounding health, finances, family, time at work, and time pursuing other endeavors
Work Mode
This role is global in its work mode.
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.
