Job DescriptionAre you looking for the freedom to innovate and help shape the next generation of the network?Join our Network Engineering teamThe Network Engineering team designs, automates, and supports the global network powering Akamai's products and services. Using advanced technologies, the team ensures optimal connectivity and performance for customers and the compute platform.
Partner with the bestAs a Senior Network Engineer, you will lead efforts in designing, implementing, and automating Akamai's global network infrastructure. You will address complex issues in routing, data center fabrics, DDoS defense, and automation to ensure scalability, reliability, and security. This role involves driving the evolution of network infrastructure, from initial architecture through to implementation.
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Designing, building, and maintaining our global network infrastructure
- Designing and implementing automated detection and mitigation strategies for inbound and outbound DDoS attacks
- Developing and maintaining Akamai's core network configuration templates using Jinja2
- Implementing new hardware platforms and network features within the automation framework
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data models and functional requirements.
- Serving as a subject matter expert for complex network issues, performing deep-dive troubleshooting and analysis
- Creating and maintaining clear documentation & procedures
Do what you loveTo be successful in this role you will:
- Have 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's in computer science or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in IP network design and implementation of scalable BGP routing architecture
- Understand Data Center architecture, including CLOS Fabric and overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN
- Have experience in managing and troubleshooting multi-vendor environments like Juniper, Cisco & routing platforms like BIRD, FRR and Cumulus
- Possess solid experience with DDoS detection and mitigation platforms to safeguard inbound and outbound traffic
- Have the ability to understand end-to-end data flows and traffic patterns
- Have experience developing and managing network configuration templates utilizing automation tools like Python, Ansible, and Jinja2 effectively and efficiently
CompensationAkamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $112,500 - $202,500/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.
