Principal Network Engineer

Akamai Technologies

Principal Network Engineer leading efforts in designing, implementing, and automating network infrastructure at Akamai. Addressing complex issues in routing and data center automation for enhanced scalability and security.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $132,100 - $237,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsiblePython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing, building, and maintaining our global network infrastructure
Developing and maintaining Akamai's core network configuration templates using Jinja2
Implementing new hardware platforms and network features within the automation framework
Serving as a subject matter expert for complex network issues, performing deep-dive troubleshooting and analysis
Creating and maintaining clear documentation & procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have 12 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Demonstrate extensive experience in IP network design and implementation of scalable BGP routing architecture
Understand Data Center architecture, including CLOS Fabric and overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN
Have experience in managing and troubleshooting multi-vendor environments like Juniper, Cisco, Arista & routing platforms like BIRD, FRR and Cumulus
Understand of end-to-end data flows and traffic patterns
Develop and manage network configuration templates utilizing automation tools like Python, Ansible, and Jinja2 effectively and efficiently

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

network infrastructure designBGP routing architecturedata center architectureCLOS FabricVxLANEVPNnetwork troubleshootingnetwork configuration templatesPythonAnsible

Soft Skills

subject matter experttroubleshootinganalysisdocumentationprocedures

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science