Job DescriptionThe Akamai Platform IAM team is part of Akamai's Cloud Technology Group. We design and operate platforms enabling customers to control cloud assets. This team owns IAM toolsets for Cloud Manager website and APIs, and we ensure customers configure users for quality, safety, and performance.
You will join a global team delivering high-quality IAM architecture designs, working with management, engineers, product management, QE, and SRE. You will focus on technical direction and solid designs over hands-on development.
As a Senior Architect, you will be responsible for:
- Evaluating proposed software systems and solutions against technical requirements
- Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operational success
- Developing and promoting common software and systems building blocks
- Guiding choices between internal building and using third-party technologies
To be successful in this role you will:
- Have 12 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Demonstrate a big picture approach to complex software architectures
- Possess experience with cloud native architectures and products
- Have experience with the software development life cycle using modern tools
- Demonstrate proven success working in complex highly-available systems with global reach
CompensationAkamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $169,300 - $304,700/year; a candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.
