Senior Software Engineer

Would you enjoy protecting the world leading brands? Do you enjoy problem-solving and coding using full stack development? Join our highly skilled Security team Our team is part of the Security organization, responsible for developing products and platforms focused on security. Our Bot Manager product is designed to provide top-tier cloud computing security. We prevent data theft and mitigate large account takeover attempts. We build unique technology to handle petabytes of data and conduct billions of secure transactions daily. Partner with the best As part of Bot Manager Engineering team, you will focus on building usable, reliable, scalable software solutions. We do it for bot threat detection, protection and control feature. Allowing our customers to better manage bot traffic and help improve the internet for millions of people. As a Software Engineer Senior, you will be responsible for: Working on projects that improve our bot detection products making Akamai a leader in bot detection Implementing new features, enhancing existing features and optimize functionality from conception and design through testing and deployment Working with our level 3 support to troubleshooting complex problems or any customer issues Working on data analysis for web and mobile platforms Working on making improvements to client side components like Java scripts on need basis Do what you love To be successful in this role you will: Have 5 years of overall software development experience and relevant degree in Computer Science Have experience working with Java for web development & web API development Have a good understanding of data formats such as JSON, XML Work experience or understanding with Machine learning or Data science is an asset Be able to design with best possible architectures and write clean well-structured code Able to manage and prioritize own workload effectively Work in a way that works for you FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply. Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like! We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together. At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here. Working for you At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life: Your health Your finances Your family Your time at work Your time pursuing other endeavors Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future. About us Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you! Compensation Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US based candidates only - the base salary for this position ranges from $106,600 - $221,400/year; a candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will vary. 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. Job Info Job Identification 1718 Posting Date 01/08/2026, 07:18 PM Apply Before 01/12/2026, 05:00 AM Locations 145 Broadway, Cambridge, MA, 02142, US (Remote) #J-18808-Ljbffr