Software Development Engineer in Test (Cloud Security) - Remote - Poland

Are you interested in shaping the future of internet security?

Do you have an analytical mindset and enjoy solving complex computing issues?

Join our Platform Security Quality Engineering Team!

We are a group of engineers who develop systems that support and secure Akamai's global network. Our systems provide data security, server integrity, network access, and secure communications infrastructure. We test and shape the software that enables one of the largest platforms in the world!

Partner with the best

You'll ensure the security of our platform. You'll be testing scans and threat analysis reports, while helping build quality into an industry leading anomaly detection system. You'll refine your technical expertise partnering with some of the industry's finest engineers, architects, and security researchers here at Akamai.

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for:

• Building frameworks to automate the deployment, configuration, and security testing for components of our platform.
• Reading vulnerability disclosures, examining malware, and inspecting Akamai systems for vulnerabilities.
• Communicating test plans and test documents in a clear and concise manner to developers, architects, and leaders.
• Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and suggesting improvements whenever necessary.

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have relevant experience with an equivalent to Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).
• Have an interest in cloud security and knowledge of secure development best practices.
• Be familiar with security analysis frameworks such as ProcMon, Wireshark, ClamAV, Radare2, or others.
• Be proficient in writing well-documented, testable, Python / Go / Java code.
• Be familiar with YARA, Metasploit, or similar tools
• Have experience working with Linux/Unix systems and containerization.

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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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.

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!