Senior Software Engineer

Akamai Technologies

. Architect, build, and evolve scalable, low-latency REST APIs and service layers using Python and Flask .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $146,400 - $263,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and building scalable, low-latency REST APIs using Python and Flask, while optimizing database queries with SQLAlchemy. Proven ability to lead technical design reviews, mentor engineers, and implement best practices for fault-tolerant backend systems.

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Python ProgrammingFlask FrameworkSQLAlchemyRESTful ArchitectureCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

Python ProgrammingFlask FrameworkSQLAlchemyRESTful ArchitectureHTTP ProtocolsAPI VersioningGit WorkflowsCloud PlatformsContainerization TechnologiesAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

CI/CD PipelinesObservability ToolingDistributed SystemsEvent-Driven ArchitecturesAI Tooling

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Fault-Tolerant SystemsAuthenticationRate LimitingDefensive ValidationBackground Processing Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsFlaskPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, build, and evolve scalable, low-latency REST APIs and service layers using Python and Flask
Design robust schemas and optimize database queries using SQLAlchemy
Lead technical design reviews and establish engineering best practices
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers
Implement authentication, rate limiting, and observability across distributed backend services
Design fault-tolerant backend services using circuit breakers and defensive validation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API contracts, architecture patterns, and integration workflows
Lead architecture, design, and implementation of high-performance backend systems
Improve system performance and drive fault-tolerant system design

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree
Experience with Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, and relational databases
Deep expertise in RESTful architecture, HTTP protocols, API versioning, and security best practices
Proficiency in Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and containerization technologies
Understanding of distributed systems, event-driven architectures, automated testing, and observability tooling
Knowledge of AI tooling, agentic workflows, transformer architectures, and background processing systems

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
FlexBase work options: at home, in an office, or a combination of both