Senior Testing Automation Engineer - Remote

Would revolutionizing the cloud computing space excite you?

Are you passionate about delivering the latest in Cloud Native Services?

Cloud Networking Testing Team-

Formerly Linode, and now Akamai's Connected Cloud (ACC), consists of collaborative, inclusive, and creative teams. We develop applications and services to empower our customers. Our mission is to accelerate innovation by making cloud computing simple, scalable, affordable, and accessible. We design, develop, test, and maintain products that run on our IaaS platform.

Join the Team!

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our cloud computing services. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts, as well as identifying, reporting, and tracking software defects to ensure the highest level of product quality.

As a Cloud Networking Testing Automation Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and test suites for cloud computing services.
Collaborating with software developers and system engineers to understand system architecture, design, and functionality
Designing and developing stress tests to assess the scalability, reliability, and performance of cloud-based applications
Developing best practices, knowledge sharing, and mentoring
Writing clear and concise test cases, test plans, and bug reports
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify testing requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

Have relevant experience and a Bachelor's diploma in Computer Science or a related field
Have experience testing and working on enterprise-grade products in a cloud computing environment
Have a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts and services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
Be familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker and virtualization using VMs
Have experience in Python programming for test automation and scripting
Experience with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, HTTP), routing protocols, and knowledge of Linux-based operating systems
Experience with CI/CD tools, especially Jenkins, and the ability to maintain automated build and deployment pipelines

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.

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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.

Join us

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!

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