Software Development Engineer II – Test

Akamai Technologies

SDET II developing and maintaining automated testing tools ensuring software quality. Collaborating with teams to enhance testing processes in Akamai's Cloud Technology Group.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇮🇳 IndiaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in designing and developing automated testing tools using Python, with a strong focus on software quality and reliability. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance testing processes and methodologies, particularly in cloud environments.

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Automated TestingPython Test Case DevelopmentLinux System AdministrationCloud TechnologiesAI-Driven Quality Engineering

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentManual TestingAutomation TestingSystems ProgrammingNetworking Concepts

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

PytestPlaywrightSaltStackGithub ActionsJenkinsKubernetesDockerTerraformAnsible

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Cloud SecuritySecure Development Best PracticesOWASPTesting Best PracticesSoftware Development Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleCloudDNSDockerJavaJenkinsKubernetesLinuxPythonSaltStackTCP/IPTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As an SDET II in Akamai's Cloud Technology Group, design, develop, and maintain automated testing tools ensuring software quality and reliability.
Collaborate with diverse teams to identify, analyze, and resolve software defects efficiently.
Contribute to improving testing processes and methodologies, fostering innovation and continuous improvement throughout the software development lifecycle.
Build frameworks to automate deployment, configuration, and testing for many components of our compute cloud offering.
Advise in utilizing and managing automation frameworks and tools, including Pytest, Playwright, SaltStack, Github Actions, and Jenkins.
Showcase high-level proficiency in Python test case development and the creation of automated scripts.
Have experience in Linux system administration (specifically, server administration, networking, system internals, and package management).
Master testing best practices, from the analysis of design documentation to the creation of thorough, repeatable test plans.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have 2+ years of experience in software development and Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
Have experience in both Manual and Automation Testing using Python, Java, and TestNG.
Have experience in working with skilled teams of SDET engineers and communicating well with development teams throughout the testing process.
Have an interest in cloud security and knowledge of secure development best practices as defined by organizations such as OWASP.
Have a good understanding of systems programming and networking concepts. And exposure to network fundamentals (HTTP, TLS, TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)
Have an interest in and experience with AI-driven agentic quality engineering and the practical application of AI in a software testing lifecycle.
Have familiarity/exposure with cloud technologies/tools like Kubernetes, docker, terraform and ansible.

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