Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts.

📋 Description

• Oversee the testing strategy for Akamai's proprietary Linux kernel

• Create a scalable continuous testing infrastructure

• Diagnose intricate system issues

• Assess feature functionality and optimize the performance of a global AI and Compute platform

• Design, construct, and expand advanced automated testing frameworks

• Develop test suites to verify enhancements and support porting modifications

• Debug and resolve complex, low-level system challenges

• Architect and improve build and test automation systems

• Offer technical guidance and mentor junior team members

⛳️ Requirements

• 8 years of pertinent experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

• Experience in software validation/development in C, with an emphasis on Linux kernel infrastructure

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python/Shell/Perl)

• Thorough understanding of Linux kernel internals (KVM, virtio drivers, cgroups, memory management, file systems, block IO, ethernet drivers, and TCP/IP stack)

• Significant experience with Linux kernel debugging tools, performance benchmarking, and continuous testing/CI frameworks

• Self-motivated individual with a proven track record as a technical leader

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• 401K savings plan

• Company holidays

• Vacation (provided as PTO)

• Sick leave

• Family-friendly benefits, including parental leave

• Employee assistance program focused on mental and financial wellness