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API Security Engineering Manager

Akamai Technologies

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Original Job Summary

About the Role

Do you love leading and motivating successful teams? Join Akamai's API Security Group where the Noname team is redefining web API protection using an innovative eBPF Agent for Linux kernel security. As an API Security Engineering Manager, you will lead senior C++ developers in research engineering and Linux kernel innovations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical and strategic leadership in designing and optimizing eBPF-based agents.
  • Conduct research on Linux kernel internals, eBPF, and related low-level technologies.
  • Write clean and efficient C++ code for systems-level performance-critical programming.
  • Represent the agent in discussions and design tailored solutions.
  • Define and execute both short-term goals and long-term strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, system architects and product managers.
  • Utilize advanced profiling and debugging tools to improve agent efficiency.
  • Foster continuous improvement by promoting knowledge sharing and technical excellence.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5+ years of hands-on C++ experience with strong systems programming skills.
  • Expertise in Linux kernel technologies including eBPF, XDP, or similar.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing software development teams.
  • Strong background in modern C++ (STL, performance-critical development, profiling, and debugging).
  • Experience in research-driven work, algorithm development, and experimental design.

Benefits & Work Environment

Akamai offers FlexBase, a Global Flexible Working Program that lets 95% of employees choose their work environment. Whether you work from home, your office or a blend of both, Akamai supports a collaborative and flexible working arrangement. You also receive comprehensive benefits designed to support your health, finances, family, and personal time.

Key skills/competency

  • C++
  • Linux Kernel
  • eBPF
  • Systems Programming
  • Performance Optimization
  • Research Engineering
  • Team Leadership
  • Debugging
  • Profiling
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

How to Get Hired at Akamai Technologies

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight extensive C++ and Linux kernel skills.
  • Research Akamai: Understand their global flexible culture and tech focus.
  • Showcase leadership: Detail team management in technical projects.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready for in-depth systems and C++ questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review systems-level C++ coding techniques.
Study Linux kernel internals and eBPF fundamentals.
Practice performance debugging and profiling methods.
Examine sample research engineering projects.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging team leadership experience.
Explain handling project conflicts under pressure.
Share methods for motivating diverse teams.
Discuss how you manage strategic decision-making.