Principal Software Engineer Lead, Kubernetes Product Platform

Akamai Technologies

. Lead development of the cloud native platform built on Kubernetes and other cloud-native technologies .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $169,300 - $304,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development of cloud-native platforms, particularly with Kubernetes, while fostering innovation and collaboration within engineering teams. Possesses strong knowledge in programming languages such as Go, Python, and Bash, along with a solid understanding of networking fundamentals and CI/CD practices.

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Cloud Native Platform EngineeringKubernetes ExpertiseGo Programming LanguageCI/CD ToolsAgile Environment Leadership

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Hard Skills

KubernetesGo Programming LanguagePython ScriptingBash ScriptingNetworking FundamentalsLinux Operating SystemsCI/CD ToolsFault-Tolerant ServicesScalable Production ServicesCloud-Native Technologies

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringInnovative SolutionsOpen Communication

Industry Keywords

Cloud NativeAgile DevelopmentPerformance OptimizationReliability EngineeringOperational Needs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDNSKubernetesLinuxPythonTCP/IPGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of the cloud native platform built on Kubernetes and other cloud-native technologies
Contribute to and help shape the engineering roadmap with management and business stakeholders
Contribute to enterprise features expected from a cloud native platform
Develop best practices and support knowledge sharing and mentoring
Lead and collaborate with engineering teams in an Agile environment
Foster an environment encouraging innovative solutions, rapid development cycles, and open communication
Design, build, and scale the Kubernetes Product Platform
Simplify performance, reliability, security, and operational needs to bring products and services to market faster

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent
Leadership experience in Cloud Native Platform Engineering
Experience building and operating highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable production services using Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies
Expert knowledge of the Go programming language
Comfortable leveraging Python or Bash for scripting needs
Expertise in networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, and HTTP
Knowledge of Linux-based operating systems
Expertise leveraging CI/CD tools
For US-based candidates, compensation varies by relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location

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