Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Akamai Technologies

. Lead the test strategy for Akamai's custom Linux kernel .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $146,400 - $263,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading test strategies for Linux kernel environments, with a strong focus on automated testing frameworks, performance benchmarking, and technical leadership. Proficient in scripting and debugging within complex system architectures to ensure high-quality standards and effective collaboration.

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Linux Kernel InternalsAutomated Test FrameworksScripting (Python/Shell/Perl)Technical LeadershipPerformance Benchmarking

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Hard Skills

Linux Kernel InternalsScripting (Python)Scripting (Shell)Scripting (Perl)Software Validation in CHardware Debugging ToolsPerformance BenchmarkingContinuous Testing/CI FrameworksDebugging Low-Level System IssuesArchitecting Build and Test Automation

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

CI FrameworksLinux KernelVM Infrastructure SoftwareHardware Compatibility ToolsDebugging Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

AI and Compute PlatformHardware DriversPerformanceReliabilitySecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPerlPythonTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the test strategy for Akamai's custom Linux kernel
Design, build, and scale automated test frameworks for hardware compatibility, performance, reliability, and security
Develop test suites for new hardware designs
Facilitate porting Akamai modifications to newer Linux kernel and VM infrastructure software versions
Debug, isolate, and troubleshoot complex low-level system issues in testing and simulated production environments
Architect and enhance build and test automation infrastructure for continuous integration and testing
Provide technical leadership and set quality standards
Mentor junior organization members
Validate feature functionality and maximize performance of Akamai's global AI and Compute platform

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree or its equivalent
Solid experience in scripting (Python/Shell/Perl)
Some experience in software validation in C
Understanding of Linux kernel internals, including hardware drivers (pcie, gpu hardware, ethernet devices, KVM, virtio, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, TCP/IP stack)
Experience with x86 and general-purpose/server-class arm64 architectures
Extensive experience with Linux kernel and hardware debugging tools
Experience with performance benchmarking
Experience with continuous testing/CI frameworks
Established technical leadership experience
Ability to collaborate with others to solve complex infrastructure challenges

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