Senior Architect

Akamai Technologies

. Evaluate proposed software systems and solutions against technical requirements .

Posted 10/23/2026full-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 evaluating software systems against technical requirements and delivering high-quality IAM architecture designs. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide technology choices for complex software architectures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IAM Architecture DesignCloud Native ArchitecturesSoftware Development Life CycleComplex Highly-Available SystemsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Software EvaluationTechnical Requirements AnalysisArchitecture DesignHands-On DevelopmentBuilding Block Development

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional TeamworkCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Modern Development ToolsCloud Products

Industry Keywords

Software ArchitectureOperational SuccessGlobal Reach

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate proposed software systems and solutions against technical requirements
Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operational success
Develop and promote common software and systems building blocks
Guide choices between internal building and third-party technologies
Deliver high-quality IAM architecture designs
Provide technical direction and solid designs, focusing over hands-on development
Collaborate with management, engineers, product management, QE, and SRE

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
Big-picture approach to complex software architectures
Experience with cloud native architectures and products
Experience with the software development life cycle using modern tools
Proven success working in complex highly-available systems with global reach

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