Senior Network Architect

Do you have a passion for network architecture technologies?

Are you looking for the freedom to innovate and help shape the next generation of the network?

Join our Network Architecture team!

The Network Architecture team is a highly skilled group of individuals that work on various technologies in building, configuring and maintaining network infrastructure in support of Akamai's global platform which provides the technical underpinning of Akamai's products and services.

Partner with the best

You'll collaborate with the team on infrastructure operations, new projects and installations. You'll work on the deployment, configuration, automation, and maintenance of high-end routers and switches. You'll be instrumental in developing organizational standards to ensure the growth and stability of our global platform.

As a Senior Network Architect, you will be responsible for:

• Architecting, building and supporting solutions that foster efficient and streamlined processes
• Acting as an escalation point for operational, network, and managerial teams to ensure network and customer issues are resolved
• Working with vendors and internal organizations to build out large points of presence across the globe
• Collaborating with the cross-functional teams on standards and processes for deployments and updating documentation accordingly
• Building/testing/designing automation tools (including Bash scripts, Python programs, Slack bots) and working closely with network developers
• Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of our network and application security products and quickly connecting attack vectors with existing/new detections

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 12 years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent experience
• Have an experience in managing and troubleshooting Juniper & Cisco Routers and Switches
• Have working knowledge of virtualization, Linux/Unix systems and Python programming language
• Be familiar with building and deploying infrastructure that handles network traffic, distributed systems
• Demonstrate technical and commercial knowledge of Internet network topology and architecture, IP routing, and CDN platforms
• Be a highly organized self-starter who is comfortable working both with cross-functional teams

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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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 pur