Senior Backend Engineer

November 5

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Akamai Technologies

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Cloud Computing • Cybersecurity • Content Delivery

Akamai Technologies is a leading cloud services provider that specializes in delivering security, cloud computing, and content delivery solutions. It offers a range of services such as API security, DDoS protection, and performance optimization for web applications, ensuring secure and reliable user experiences. With a robust global infrastructure, Akamai empowers businesses to streamline their digital presence while safeguarding against various cyber threats and enhancing application performance.

5001 - 10000 employees

🔒 Cybersecurity

💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2001-07

📋 Description

• Designing and implement Cloud-native integrations with external vendors and platforms • Developing and maintain scalable backend services handling high-throughput data exchange between systems • Working with a variety of programming languages including Node.js (TypeScript/JavaScript), Python, Go, and various scripting tools • Leveraging and integrating services across AWS, Azure, GCP, and other cloud providers • Delivering Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions utilizing tools like Terraform, CloudFormation and ARM • Building, monitor, and maintain infrastructure using technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins)

🎯 Requirements

• Have 5 years of hands-on software engineering experience in backend or infrastructure-heavy environments. • Possess proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Node.js (TS/JS), Python, or Go) • Have experience with developing and consuming APIs and event-driven systems (e.g., REST, Pub/Sub, etc.). • Have experience with both SQL/NoSQL databases (Postgres, DynamoDB, etc.) • Have experience with Docker and Kubernetes. • Have a good understanding of software engineering principles, system design, and performance optimization. • Have exposure to cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP or Azure) • Have exceptional communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving environment.

🏖️ Benefits

• Your health • Your finances • Your family • Your time at work • Your time pursuing other endeavors