Software Development Engineer in Test II

Akamai Technologies

Software Development Engineer in Test II solving software automation problems in a multi-vendor routing and switching environment at Akamai. Working with Network Engineering and validating routing protocols.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $95,000 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contributing to system test plans to ensure highly effective test coverage & automation
Creating and deploying automated system tests to replicate real world scenarios
Improving testing methodologies and procedures to enhance test automation efficiency
Reviewing product & system design requirements to verify accuracy of test plans and test cases

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Demonstrate experience in developing test automation in Python and Full Stack development
Have experience in managing and troubleshooting Juniper or Cisco routers and switches
Demonstrate hands-on Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) experience
Display experience in IP network design and routing architectures
Enjoy working as a team, collaborating and solving problems with others

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare
401K savings plan
company holidays
vacation (in the form of PTO)
sick time
family friendly benefits including parental leave
employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness

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Hard Skills & Tools

test automationPythonFull Stack developmentBorder Gateway Protocol (BGP)IP network designrouting architectures

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem solvingteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science