At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and scale high-performance backend data services using Python, Java, or Go.
- Company: Join Akamai, a leader in cloud computing and data services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with a global team in a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact by building reliable data services that power global platforms.
- Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in backend development and strong database knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Build high-scale backend data services at Akamai using Python, Java, or Go with hands-on development across Cloud Data Services. Work within a global engineering team.
As a Senior II Software Engineer, you will design and scale backend services, APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
You will balance technical oversight with development, clarify requirements, drive execution, and align with DBA and SRE partners.
The team powers core Akamai platform capabilities through reliable data services and pipelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and scale backend data services and APIs
- Architect microservices boundaries, communication patterns, and failure isolation
- Build distributed systems across multiple regions
- Maintain databases, schemas, indexes, and high-availability setups
- Diagnose performance, scalability, and reliability issues
Requirements
- Eight years of relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Production backend development with Python, Java, or Go
- Deep Postgre SQL and relational database knowledge
- Production microservices architecture experience
Apply backend engineering, distributed systems, and database expertise to high-throughput Cloud Data Services at Akamai.
Senior Backend Data Services Engineer in Ottawa employer: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Akamai is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture, perfect for those passionate about cloud technology and microservices. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while collaborating with a talented team to drive quality in a fast-paced environment. Located in a vibrant tech hub, Akamai offers competitive benefits and a supportive atmosphere that encourages creativity and professional development.
