Senior Network Architect

Akamai•Cambridge, MA

7h•$139,300 - $250,700•Hybrid

About The Position

The Network Architecture team is a highly skilled group that works on various technologies to architect, design, build, scale and maintain network infrastructure in support of Akamai's global platform. You'll collaborate with the team on designs, standards, new projects and installations. You'll work on the deployment, configuration, and automation of high-end routers and switches. You'll be instrumental in developing organizational standards to ensure the growth and stability of our global platform.

Requirements

12 years relevant experience in complex networks and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent experience
Illustrate expert level experience building and deploying infrastructure, automation tooling and distributed systems that handle large scale network traffic
Demonstrate expert technical knowledge of core routing protocols, including BGP, MPLS, ISIS, and Segment Routing for global traffic engineering
Possess Juniper hardware and software expertise
Demonstrate technical and commercial knowledge of Internet network topology and architecture, IP routing, and CDN platforms
Be a highly organized self-starter who is comfortable working both with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Architecting, documenting, building and supporting solutions that foster efficient and streamlined processes
Working with vendors and internal organizations to build out large points of presence across the globe
Designing large scale connectivity solutions including carrier transport solutions, dark fiber, and DWDM
Collaborating with the cross-functional teams on standards and processes for deployments and updating documentation accordingly
Developing router configuration standards for complex global networks