Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Are you excited to work on innovative enterprise security products?

Do you relish the prospect of working with cutting-edge network security systems?

Join our world-class enterprise security team

Our Team builds and delivers 'zero trust security solutions' for enterprise customers. Our mission is to provide Micro Segmentation and Threat protection solutions. We provide the simplest, fastest, and most intuitive way to enforce Zero Trust principles. We enable customers to proactively identify, block, and mitigate threats in their network.

Partner with the best

As Senior SDET, you will develop and maintain test infrastructure and execute test suites on different environments. You will ensure the quality of our cloud services, with a focus on FedRAMP/FISMA standards. You'll work on top-notch network security projects alongside highly skilled colleagues, embracing challenges in dynamic learning environment.

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

• Managing automated test deployment, update and execution for cloud and air-gapped environments
• Developing new End-To-End automation tests implemented in Python (80%)
• Using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Helm to provision and configure Kubernetes clusters
• Developing automation frameworks for backend and agent interactions
• Optimizing performance and reliability of cloud-based and air-gapped systems
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues in Kubernetes clusters, agents, and backend services

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Have a good experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks for Kubernetes-based systems
• Have experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Helm
• Have hands on experience in developing applications using Python
• Have a deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar)
• Have a good understanding of Client-Server architecture & be familiar with security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., FedRAMP, DISA STIGs)

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.

Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work

We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

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!