Build high-throughput REST APIs at Akamai using Python and Flask, with flexibility to work at home, in an office, or both. Lead backend architecture for critical platform infrastructure.
As a Senior II Software Engineer, you will design and implement scalable service layers for Akamai’s API Team. You will improve performance, establish API standards, and support fault-tolerant systems. The work includes SQLAlchemy, relational databases, authentication, and observability.
Key Responsibilities
Architect scalable, low-latency REST APIs using Python and Flask
Design schemas and optimize SQLAlchemy database queries
Establish engineering practices and mentor software engineers
Implement authentication, rate limiting, and observability
Define API contracts and integration workflows collaboratively
Requirements
Ten or more years of relevant experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience with Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, and relational databases
Expertise in REST architecture, HTTP, API versioning, and security
Proficiency with Git, CI/CD, cloud platforms, and containers
Apply backend architecture, Python, Flask, and API security expertise to Akamai’s distributed platform services and infrastructure.