Senior Architect

Akamai Technologies

Senior Architect designing reliable, scalable network operations systems for Akamai's distributed cloud platform. Collaborating with engineering teams on automation, security, and high-availability software solutions.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $169,300 - $304,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in distributed system architecture design and implementation, with a focus on delivering scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to present architectural designs and implement quality assurance practices.

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Distributed System Architecture DesignScalable Software SolutionsUnix/Linux EnvironmentSoftware Development Life CycleArchitectural Design Presentation

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Hard Skills

Systems DesignQuality Assurance PracticesSoftware DevelopmentAutomationNetwork Operations

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Technical VisionCross-Functional TeamsEmerging TrendsRobust SystemsHigh Availability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxSDLCUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with product management and engineering teams to describe and design solutions aligned with Akamai's strategy and roadmap
Present and support architectural designs and technical visions to internal cross-functional teams
Define and implement standards for systems design, development, comprehensive testing and quality assurance practices
Design reliable, high-quality, usable software for robust, scalable, and highly available systems
Conduct research on emerging trends and technologies related to network operations and automation
Collaborate with stakeholders and developers to deliver software solutions focused on automation, scalability and reliability

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in computer science, or equivalent practical experience
Solid experience in distributed system architecture design and implementation
Track record of delivering scalable, reliable, and secure solutions
Experience presenting and supporting architectural and security designs and technical visions to internal cross-functional teams
Experience in the software development life cycle
Experience in the Unix/Linux environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

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