Senior Network Engineer – DDoS

Akamai Technologies

. Design, build, and maintain Akamai's global network infrastructure .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $112,500 - $202,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable IP network architectures, including BGP routing and DDoS mitigation strategies. Proficient in developing network configuration templates using Python and Jinja2 while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance network infrastructure.

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IP Network DesignBGP Routing ArchitectureDDoS Detection and MitigationNetwork Configuration ManagementData Center Architecture

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Hard Skills

IP Network DesignBGP RoutingDDoS MitigationNetwork Configuration TemplatesPythonAnsibleJinja2Deep-Dive TroubleshootingMulti-Vendor Environment ManagementRouting Platforms

Soft Skills

CollaborationDocumentationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AkamaiJuniperCiscoBIRDFRRCumulusVxLANEVPN

Industry Keywords

Network InfrastructureDDoS AttacksData Center ArchitectureCLOS FabricTraffic Patterns

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsiblePython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain Akamai's global network infrastructure
Design and implement automated detection and mitigation strategies for inbound and outbound DDoS attacks
Develop and maintain Akamai's core network configuration templates using Jinja2
Implement new hardware platforms and network features within the automation framework
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data models and functional requirements
Serve as a subject matter expert for complex network issues
Perform deep-dive troubleshooting and analysis
Create and maintain clear documentation and procedures
Lead the evolution of network infrastructure from initial architecture through implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's in computer science or equivalent experience
Extensive experience in IP network design and implementation of scalable BGP routing architecture
Understanding of Data Center architecture, including CLOS Fabric and overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN
Experience managing and troubleshooting multi-vendor environments like Juniper and Cisco
Experience with routing platforms like BIRD, FRR and Cumulus
Experience with DDoS detection and mitigation platforms
Ability to understand end-to-end data flows and traffic patterns
Experience developing and managing network configuration templates using Python, Ansible, and Jinja2
No citizenship requirement
No security clearance requirement

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