About this role

lead the test strategy for Akamai's custom Linux kernel
design scalable continuous testing infrastructure
troubleshoot complex system issues
validate feature functionality and maximize performance of a global AI and Compute platform
design, build, and scale advanced automated test frameworks
develop test suites to validate enhancements and facilitate porting modifications
debug and troubleshoot complex, low-level system issues
architect and enhance build and test automation infrastructure
provide technical leadership and mentor junior members

8 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
experience in software validation/development in C with focus on Linux kernel infrastructure
scripting experience (Python/Shell/Perl)
deep understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack)
extensive experience with Linux kernel debugging tools, performance benchmarking, and continuous testing/CI frameworks
motivated self-starter and established technical leader

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

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