Job Description

Are you a software developer who loves solving problems?

Would you enjoy working in a fast-moving team developing Big Data Cloud Security products?

Join our Cloud Security Intelligence group

Cloud Security Intelligence group is part of the broader Security Technology Group focused on cutting-edge security solutions. Its offerings include Adaptive Security Engine, Kona Site & DDoS Defender, Bot Manager, Web-Application Protector. These provide distributed protection from both DDoS and application & API specific web attacks with on-demand scalability.

Develop and maintain products in a big data environment

In this team, you will explore real big data environment and understand massive data volumes. You will design and implement software that brings new functionality, increased reliability and enhanced scalability.


As a Big Data Software Engineer II, you will be responsible for:


Designing, developing and maintaining Big Data solutions Interacting with research, development, product management, architecture, QA, and support teams throughout the product lifecycle Understanding and resolving complex technical problems Working with cutting-edge technologies on a cloud environment

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:


Have 2+ years' coding experience in Java/Scala and Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or it's equivalent Have experience in distributed computing ideally with Spark development Have experience designing, building and maintaining enterprise systems in a big data environment ideally on public cloud. Have experience with Kubernetes & Kafka

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.




Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work


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We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:


Your health Your finances Your family Your time at work Your time pursuing other endeavors
Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

About us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!




Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.




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