Software Engineer II

Akamai Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer II to support its Integration Services Team and manage platforms that enable software reuse, data democratization, and secure developer delivery. The role focuses on Kubernetes and microservices infrastructure, platform reliability, CI/CD best practices, documentation, troubleshooting, and technical knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing and managing the platform infrastructure, emphasizing Kubernetes and microservices to ensure seamless operations and scalability
• Becoming a subject matter expert for our platforms to investigate complex problems and improve and maintain services
• Implementing best practices while breaking down tasks effectively within teams
• Ensuring compliance with industry best practices across the software development life cycle for the integration services team
• Developing thorough documentation covering every system and process comprehensively
• Fostering a culture of knowledge sharing while effectively communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences

Requirements:

• Demonstrate 5+ years of experience and a High School Diploma or a Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Understand the software development life cycle (SDLC) CI/CD tools and methodologies (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
• Demonstrate knowledge of Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Demonstrate expertise with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell for effective task automation and problem-solving
• Gain practical expertise in DevOps tools while understanding industry-standard practices comprehensively
• Demonstrate exceptional ability to produce clear, concise technical documentation with proven expertise in creating high-quality written materials