Architect high-throughput REST APIs with Python and Flask at Akamai, supporting resilient backend infrastructure for enterprise security platforms.
As a Senior II Software Engineer, you will lead architecture, design, and implementation for high-performance backend systems. You will establish API standards, improve performance, and advance fault-tolerant designs across engineering teams. Your work supports scalable platform services for internal partner teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect scalable, low-latency REST APIs and service layers
- Design schemas and optimize SQLAlchemy database queries
- Lead design reviews and mentor junior and mid-level engineers
- Implement authentication, rate limiting, and observability
- Define API contracts and integration workflows collaboratively
Requirements:
- 10+ years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, and relational database experience
- Expertise in REST architecture, HTTP, versioning, and security
- Proficiency with Git, CI/CD, cloud, and containers
Bring backend architecture, API security, and mentoring expertise to Akamai's high-performance platform engineering team.
📌 Senior Backend Software Engineer Python (Ottawa)
🏢 Akamai
📍 Ottawa