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Akamai Senior Hardware Engineer - Office 
United States 
257205413

27.06.2024

Partner with the best

You will be developing new hardware platforms that power Akamai's global CDN and Cloud services. You'll be at the forefront of our server development life cycle. From conception to manufacturing and deployment, you'll be delivering high-quality, reliable systems for both developers and customers.

As a Senior Hardware Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Designing, creating and realizing next-generation server and cloud hardware for Akamai's platform
  • Building, troubleshooting, and hands-on debug of prototype computers, motherboards, and embedded systems
  • Implementing and validating embedded software and firmware functions for system bootstrapping
  • Collaborating with industry partners and internal teams to design performant, efficient, and reliable computing systems
  • Engaging with new computing and networking technology standards

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Have 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related field
  • Be skilled in 3+ of the following: Python, C, Bash, SQL, PKI, Linux, Networking.
  • Experience with the configuration, design, and validation of x86 based server hardware; related technologies, standards and protocols such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, PCIe, NVMe, DDR
  • Have hands-on, board-level hardware debug and prototyping experience with low-level protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART
  • Possess an independent, solution-driven mindset, adaptable to a fast-changing environment

This role will require your presence in our Cambridge office at least a 3 days a week. Applicants should be aware that this office attendance will be required.

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.