Software Engineer – Netstats Engineering

Akamai Technologies

Software Engineer building Python and Airflow data pipelines for Akamai's large-scale cloud-edge infrastructure. Processing massive datasets with Spark, Flink, SQL, and Unix scripting.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,700 - $136,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in designing and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines using Python and Airflow, with a strong understanding of data modeling and relational database systems. Experienced in optimizing data flows and automating workflows in Unix or Linux environments.

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Python ProgrammingETL/ELT Pipeline DevelopmentData ModelingUnix/Linux ScriptingDistributed Data Frameworks

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Hard Skills

PythonSQLData ModelingETLELTShell ScriptingSparkFlinkAirflowData Transformation

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AirflowSparkFlinkUnixLinux

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Data PipelinesData AutomationWorkflow OrchestrationData AccuracyData Availability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowETLLinuxPythonShell ScriptingSparkSQLUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Python, Airflow, and internal data frameworks
Process and transform large datasets for analytics and reporting
Develop and optimize data models for business-critical applications and dashboards
Write efficient, scalable, and reusable code following software engineering best practices
Use Unix or Linux environments for data automation, scripting, and system debugging
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and availability
Design and develop data pipelines
Optimize data flows and process datasets using Spark, Flink, and enterprise databases
Automate workflows and debug systems using shell scripting in Unix environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
Solid proficiency in Python programming and scripting
Understanding of SQL, data modeling, and relational database systems
Familiarity with ETL/ELT concepts and workflow orchestration systems
Experience working in Unix or Linux environments with shell scripting
Knowledge of distributed data frameworks like Spark, Flink, or Airflow

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Vacation in the form of PTO
Sick time
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Mental wellness support
Financial wellness support
Annual bonus or incentives
Equity awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible work arrangements through FlexBase: at home, in an office, or a combination of both