Software Engineer

Would you like to work with cutting-edge technology?

Are you a fullstack developer who loves creating complex web applications?

Join our Authentication Team

The team oversees authentication services for Akamai Control Center and Linode's Cloud Manager. Access is secured using protocols like OAuth and SAML, integrated with various security tools. Engineers are needed to enhance and expand these essential platforms.

Partner with the best

As a Software Engineer, responsibilities include creating secure, scalable, and user-friendly solutions within modern architecture. Work involves developing and integrating platform components used by customers and engineering teams. Contributions directly impact the security of Akamai Control Center and Cloud Manager, two critical systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance system functionality and security across platforms.

As a Software Engineer Intern, you will be responsible for:

Developing and maintaining full-stack web applications using Python and JavaScript, with potential usage of Java and TypeScript.

Engaging in every phase of the project lifecycle, from design and development to deployment, QA support, and post-release resolution.

Translating UI designs into pixel-perfect front-end implementations.

Managing and interacting with relational and non-relational databases.

Implementing security best practices and maintaining familiarity with core internet protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, TLS/SSL).

Leveraging Docker, version control systems, and shell scripting to support development, automation, and system reliability.

Solving complex technical problems through design and development, while collaborating within a multi-disciplinary engineering team.

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

Hold a first-level qualification in Computer Science from an accredited academic institution.

Demonstrate expertise developing and maintaining comprehensive web applications with extensive full-stack development experience.

Demonstrate practical backend development expertise using Python, with Flask and FastAPI, knowledge of RESTful API principles, databases, and Docker.

Develop modern web applications with JavaScript or TypeScript, converting UI designs (, Figma) into responsive, pixel-perfect front-end components.

Apply expertise in internet technologies and security principles, covering TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, TLS/SSL, browser security concepts, and OWASP Top practices.

Leverage version control systems, shell scripting, and collaborative practices while showcasing enthusiasm for learning technologies and contributing within teams.

About us

At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Through our intern and co-op programs we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Financial benefits are offered through our managed service provider (MSP). Students also gain the following benefits directly from our programs:

Mentorship

Career development trainings

Visibility into senior leadership through Fireside Chats

Networking and social events with an international intern cohort

Fun perks including Akamai branded merchandise

Work in a way that works for you

Our -month intern program starts in January. The program requires you to be available - hours per week or more.
This is a flexible role and may be performed at your home and/or the local Akamai office (in the country advertised). We are happy to discuss working options in this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.

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