Network Account Manager

Akamai Technologies

. Develop relationships with National and International Carriers and Service Providers to meet needs for deploying connectivity to and between Data Centers .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,900 - $160,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial and contractual negotiation, with a strong focus on developing relationships with carriers and service providers. Proficient in data analysis, project management, and evaluating business cases to support network expansions and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commercial Negotiation SkillsData Analysis SkillsProject Management SkillsIP Transit KnowledgeFiber Connectivity Expertise

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisContract NegotiationIP TransitWaves/DWDMPNIFiber ConnectivityColocationCross-ConnectsCost EvaluationBusiness Case Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaboration SkillsInfluencing SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessBachelor's Degree in Data Center Management

Industry Keywords

Data CenterNetwork ExpansionService ProvidersCapacity ManagementEnvironmental Sustainability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop relationships with National and International Carriers and Service Providers to meet needs for deploying connectivity to and between Data Centers
Partner with internal infrastructure groups to establish optimal technical, commercial, and contractual conditions for network expansions
Collaborate with the Akamai Data Center team to identify the right technical and commercial terms for fiber builds
Work with existing and new Partners and Vendors to identify cost-effective business relationships and execute agreements
Manage contract negotiations to ensure Akamai's platforms can scale efficiently and support increasing customer demands
Ensure capacity is upgraded in a timely and effective manner by working with internal and external provisioning teams
Define strategy and cost savings to improve performance while supporting growth and environmental sustainability

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Center Management or related field, or its equivalent
Excellent commercial and contractual negotiation skills
Practical understanding of IP Transit, Waves/DWDM, PNI, fiber connectivity, colocation and cross-connects
Solid data analysis and financial skills
Ability to evaluate pricing, total cost, savings opportunities and business cases
Excellent organization and project management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities across vendors, projects and internal teams
Excellent communication skills
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across functions and geographies

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 wellness support
Financial wellness support
Flexible work arrangements: at home, in an office, or a combination of both