Akamai Senior Software Engineer - 

United States 

269120104

Partner with the best

In this role, you'll work on the Linode API on our Compute team. You'll work closely with the Cloud Manager team to accomplish new and exciting infinitives. Our work environment nurtures rapid development cycles, and open communication. We're a close-knit team with a focus on agile development and innovative solutions

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

• Designing and developing web-based application backends for Akamai's internal and external customers utilizing Python based components and tools, including Flask, nginx and others.
• Creating the underlying API functionality via our REST API
• Providing technical leadership as part of code reviews, design reviews and the mentoring of junior team members
• Contributing to enhanced production support and effective resolution of complex issues impacting groups of systems
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to develop new tools and features while solving technical problems
• Improving application performance, features, and reliability
• Evaluating future technology and library choices

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 5 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Demonstrate extensive experience with the full software development life cycle including code reviews, release management and support
• Show experience developing software Python or other similar programming language
• Have experience with web application development, design patterns and frameworks such as RESTful APIs, ORM layers, etc
• Have experience with and knowledge of databases
• Have excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills, particularly in advanced SQL, while being a team player

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.

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