Principal Network EngineerAkamai Technologies GmbH • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Principal Network Engineer
Akamai Technologies GmbH
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
About
Partner with the best As a Principal Network Engineer you will lead efforts in designing, implementing, and automating our global network infrastructure. You will address complex issues in routing, data center fabrics, and automation to ensure scalability, reliability, and security. This role involves driving the evolution of network infrastructure, from initial architecture through to implementation.
As a Principal Network Engineer, you will be responsible for:
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
Do what you love To be successful in this role you will:
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 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
Compensation Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $132,100 - $237,900/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.
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Languages
- English
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