Job DescriptionDo you have a passion for network architecture technologies?Are you looking for the freedom to innovate and help shape the next generation of the network?Join our Network Architecture team!The Network Architecture team is a highly skilled group that works on various technologies to architect, design, build, scale and maintain network infrastructure in support of Akamai's global platform.
Partner with the bestYou'll collaborate with the team on designs, standards, new projects and installations. You'll work on the deployment, configuration, and automation of high-end routers and switches. You'll be instrumental in developing organizational standards to ensure the growth and stability of our global platform.
As a Senior Network Architect, you will be responsible for:
- Architecting, documenting, building and supporting solutions that foster efficient and streamlined processes
- Working with vendors and internal organizations to build out large points of presence across the globe
- Designing large scale connectivity solutions including carrier transport solutions, dark fiber, and DWDM
- Collaborating with the cross-functional teams on standards and processes for deployments and updating documentation accordingly
- Developing router configuration standards for complex global networks
Do what you loveTo be successful in this role you will:
- Have 12 years relevant experience in complex networks and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent experience
- Illustrate expert level experience building and deploying infrastructure, automation tooling and distributed systems that handle large scale network traffic
- Demonstrate expert technical knowledge of core routing protocols, including BGP, MPLS, ISIS, and Segment Routing for global traffic engineering
- Possess Juniper hardware and software expertise
- Demonstrate technical and commercial knowledge of Internet network topology and architecture, IP routing, and CDN platforms
- Be a highly organized self-starter who is comfortable working both with cross-functional teams
CompensationAkamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $139,300 - $250,700/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.
