Senior Network Architect

Akamai•Cambridge, MA

1d•$139,300 - $250,700•Remote

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
Familiar with building and deploying infrastructure and distributed systems that handle large scale network traffic
Demonstrate technical and commercial knowledge of Internet network topology and architecture, IP routing, and CDN/Compute/Security platforms
Demonstrate technical and commercial knowledge of dark fiber, DWDM systems, waves. Internet exchanges, and IP transit
Know how to evaluate telecommunications and datacenter offerings: waves, cross connects, MMRs, dark fiber, space, and power
Be a highly organized self-starter who is comfortable working 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