Software Development Engineer in Test. Principal

Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test. Principal
Work Location: 145 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142
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Job Description:
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Akamai Technologies, Inc. is hiring for the following role in Cambridge, MA (multiple openings): Software Development Engineer in Test. Principal. Perform system-level tests and develop automation for Akamai's technologies; Utilize distributed system testing experience as well as technical expertise in UNIX/Linux operating systems and HTTP, DNS, TCP/IL technologies, proxy servers, web servers, and caching technologies; Implement an in-depth understanding of SQA life-cycle from functional requirements gathering to the design and execution of automated, manual, and system level tests; Create, maintain, and execute manual and automated integrated product and system tests to replicate real-world scenarios involving complex distributed systems; Develop creative, competent analyses to identify root causes of technical problems and diagnose and debug issues using network tools; and Review bug descriptions, functional requirements, design documents, and code, as well as work closely with developers to design test criteria, develop test plans, and ensure proper documentation of work. Telecommuting permitted from anywhere in the United States.[AG0431]
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Required Qualification:
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Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Telecommunications Engineering, plus three (3) years of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering role. Must have: Two (2) years of experience with the following: Testing large scale distributed systems; Unix/Linux environments; HTML, XML, SQL, CSS, and Javascript; proxy and web server technology including HTTP, DNS, caching, and TCP/IP protocol stack; and scripting technology such as Perl and Python.
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Alternately, employer will accept Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Telecommunications Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience in the job offered or closely related engineering role. Must have: Two (2) years of experience with the following: Testing large scale distributed systems; Unix/Linux environments; HTML, XML, SQL, CSS, and Javascript; proxy and web server technology including HTTP, DNS, caching, and TCP/IP protocol stack; and scripting technology such as Perl and Python.
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Compensation:
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Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary for this position ranges from $148200 - $307800/year; a candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
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The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of annual bonus or incentives, equity awards and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, family friendly benefits including parental leave and an employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness; Eligibility requirements apply.