Senior C++ Low Level Engineer

🕒 April 9

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Akamai Technologies

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5001 - 10000 employees

🔒 Cybersecurity

💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2001-07

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.

📋 Description

• Designing, implementing, and optimizing our eBPF Agent. • Conducting research focused on Linux kernel internals, eBPF, and related technologies. • Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable C++ code, with a focus on low-level and systems programming. • Collaborating with data scientists, system architects, and product managers to translate technical requirements into robust, scalable solutions. • Using a profiling and debugging tools to analyze and optimize the performance of our agent. • Documenting code and research insights to support knowledge sharing across the team and facilitate continuous development.

🎯 Requirements

• Have 5 years experience in C++ development, with deep knowledge of systems programming, memory management and concurrency. • Have experience with eBPF, XDP, or related Linux kernel technologies, and an interest in low-level systems development. • Have a Deep command of modern C++ (including C++11/14/17/20), STL, familiarity with low-level and performance profiling tools. • Have proven experience in research-intensive areas, like experimentation, algorithm, or exploring new technology capabilities. • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of Linux OS internals, network protocols, and security features within the Linux environment • Be able to dive into kernel development and continuous learning about advancements in the Linux kernel eBPF ecosystem. • Be able to solve complex, abstract problems using logical and creative approaches.

🏖️ Benefits

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