Software Development Engineer in Test II - Remote

Would you like to work with cutting-edge technology?

Would you like to create solutions and make an impact?

Join our Network Engineering team!

You'll work in a team responsible for testing the performance, reliability. scalability and functionality of Akamai's SDN based infrastructure. SDN is used to effectively manage large scale downstream and upstream traffic served by Akamai's sites. You'll participate in the full software development life cycle.

Partner with the best

The SDN Quality Assurance team is responsible for extensive testing of Akamai SDN solution. that spans multiple underlying technologies. The team performs end-to-end testing of the complete SDN system using. an in-lab emulation of the production environment, using real network equipment and tests. interactions with external systems used on Akamai's Platform.
Make an Impact with our Software Defined Networking SQA team!

As a Software Development Engineer in Test II, you will be responsible for:

• Designing and implementation of tests for SDN system consisted of software based SDN controller and multiple routers
• Developing test framework and tools in Python
• Building and managing production like test setups consisting of several hardware routers and servers in Krakow lab
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and code development
• Testing and monitoring software performance within the Akamai system
• Learning about our distributed systems, products, and the technical stack as necessary for your role
• Contributing to internal research processes, methodologies, and approaches to create and share best practices

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have BA or higher in Telecommunications or Computer Science or a related field
• Have development experience using Python and familiarity with Linux environment
• Have experience with DevOps and CI/CD processes and tools (Jenkins, GIT, Docker, Ansible etc.)
• Have good knowledge about L2/L3 Computer Networks (switching, routing)
• Have experience in verification engineering techniques such as black / white box testing, identifying and formulating test case
• Be familiar with SQL and REST API

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.

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At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:

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

Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

About us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!