Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain backend security services for a scalable active API scanning platform.
- Drive system architecture, technical design, and code reviews for new and existing features.
- Implement security products that protect businesses and identify API vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle.
- Debug and solve complex technical problems while learning new subjects quickly.
Requirements
- At least four years of backend development experience using TypeScript and Node.js.
- At least four years of experience working with Linux-based systems.
- At least four years of experience with HTTP communication protocols and/or cybersecurity.
- Good experience in object-oriented software development.
- Experience with at least one of Postgres, AWS, Docker, or Kubernetes.
- Strong debugging, complex problem-solving, versatility, and ability to learn new subjects quickly.
Benefits
- Career development opportunities through GROW, Mentoring, internal APEX Expo events, and LinkedIn Learning.
- Opportunity to work on large-scale API security and active vulnerability scanning products.
- A 15-minute exploratory call with a recruiter is available before applying.
About Akamai
At Akamai, we make life better for billions of people, billions of times a day. Every day, billions of people around the world connect with their favorite brands to shop online, play the latest video games, log into mobile banking apps, learn remotely, share videos with friends, and so much more. They may not know it, but Akamai is there, powering and protecting life online. Over 20 years ago, we set out to solve the toughest challenge of the early internet: the “World Wide Wait.” And we’ve been solving the internet’s toughest challenges ever since, working toward our vision of a safer and more connected world. With the world’s most distributed compute platform — from cloud to edge — we make it easy for businesses to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. That’s why innovative companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences. Our leading security, compute, and delivery solutions are helping global companies make life better for billions of people, billions of times a day. Devoted, determined problem-solvers who share a passion for technology, we’re always pushing ground-breaking ideas and driving innovation. Want to power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges? Be part of an amazing team. Let’s connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/akamai-technologies Twitter: https://twitter.com/Akamai Blog: https://www.akamai.com/blog