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Akamai Technologies

Senior II Software Development Engineer in Test

cambridge, MA

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Akamai Technologies lists this Senior II Software Development Engineer in Test opportunity in cambridge, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about system performance, reliability, and security? Join our Cloud Platform Infrastructure Group - Linux Infrastructure team. At the core of Akamai infrastructure, we work on complex and exciting systems that are available 24/7.

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As a Senior II SDET, you will lead the test strategy for Akamai's custom Linux kernel, design scalable continuous testing infrastructure, and troubleshoot complex system issues to validate feature functionality and maximize performance of a global AI and Compute platform.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and scale advanced automated test frameworks to validate the performance, reliability, and security of the Akamai Linux kernel for AI and Compute platforms

Develop test suites to validate new custom enhancements and facilitate porting existing Akamai modifications to newer versions of the Linux kernel and VM infrastructure software

Debug, isolate, and troubleshoot complex, low-level system issues found in various testing and simulated production environments

Architect and enhance existing build and test automation infrastructure to achieve robust continuous integration and testing

Provide technical leadership, set quality standards, and mentor junior members of the organization

Qualifications

8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Experience in software validation/development in C with a solid focus on Linux kernel infrastructure and scripting (Python/Shell/Perl)

Deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, Ethernet drivers, TCP/IP stack)

Extensive experience with Linux kernel debugging tools, performance benchmarking, and continuous testing/CI frameworks

Motivated self-starter and established technical leader who thrives on collaborating with others to solve highly complex infrastructure challenges

Benefits

We support your health, well-being, finances, and life beyond work.

Compensation

For US-based candidates, the base salary ranges from $146,400 to $263,600 per year. Compensation may include annual bonuses, equity awards, and ESPP.

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Worksite address

cambridge, MA, 02140, US

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