Software Engineer II

Akamai Technologies

. Develop and maintain backend services and full-stack web applications using Python, with potential use of JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • PolandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development using Python and frameworks like Flask or FastAPI, with a strong understanding of system design principles and web security practices, including OWASP Top 10. Proficient in deploying and managing services in production environments, utilizing modern development tools and protocols.

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Backend Development With PythonRESTful API CreationSQL ExpertiseDocker ContainerizationWeb Security Concepts

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Hard Skills

PythonFlaskFastAPISQLDockerGitShell ScriptingData StructuresAlgorithmsSystem Design

Soft Skills

Openness To LearningProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Akamai Control CenterLinode Cloud ManagerAI-Assisted Development Tools

Industry Keywords

OWASP Top 10TCP/IPHTTPDNSTLS/SSLOAuth 2.0SAMLAuthentication Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularCloudDNSDockerFlaskJavaJavaScriptNoSQLPythonShell ScriptingSpringSQLTCP/IPTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain backend services and full-stack web applications using Python, with potential use of JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java
Implement security best practices, including OWASP Top 10
Work with TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, and TLS/SSL protocols
Participate in all project lifecycle phases, from system design through deployment and post-release issue resolution
Develop and integrate platform components used by customers and engineering teams
Apply system design principles to create scalable solutions
Oversee deployments, Docker containerization, proxy management, certificate handling, and reliability
Use modern AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and efficiency
Enhance the functionality and security of Akamai Control Center and Linode Cloud Manager authentication platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and system design, demonstrated through accredited education or equivalent practical experience
Backend development experience with Python and Flask or FastAPI
Experience creating production RESTful APIs
Expertise in SQL, Docker, Git, and shell scripting
Experience managing services in active production environments
Practical knowledge of internet technologies, core web protocols, web security concepts, and OWASP Top 10 practices
Openness to learning emerging technologies and using AI-assisted development tools
Nice to have: full-stack/frontend experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, or Angular
Nice to have: exposure to Java/Spring or NoSQL
Nice to have: background in OAuth 2.0, SAML, or authentication systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, well-being, and financial support benefits
FlexBase flexible work arrangements: work at home, in an office, or a combination of both