Product Architect

Required Education and Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

- 6 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or its equivalent or

- 4 years of relevant experience and a Master’s degree Computer Science} or

- 2 years of relevant experience and a PhD Computer Science

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field

- 6+ years of industry experience

- 4+ years of software development using C++ or Java

- 4+ years of HTTP programming

- 2+ years of TCP/IP and Network Programming

- 2+ years of Streaming Technologies (MPEG 2, RTMP, MP3, ACC)

Desired Qualifications

- HTTP Live Streaming (HLS and DASH)

- Cloud security and efficiency

- Media delivery workflow

- Peering Technologies

- Reliable UDP Protocols

- Proficiency with prototyping using Ruby/Perl/JavaScript

- Strong written and oral communication skills

- Strong organizational and analytical skills

- Demonstrated skills in gathering requirements, organizing resources and assess risks.

- Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and problem solving / troubleshooting skills

- Highly driven, hands-on, self-motivating, self-learning team player with a great can-do attitude

Other Information

-Is relocation available for this position: No

-Is US Citizenship required: No

-Is a Security Clearance Required: No

If yes, applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation & must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Akamai Technologies is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength that diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected group status.