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Co-Op - Platform Software Engineer

๐Ÿ’ฐ $100,000 - $150,000 ๐ŸŒ United States of America ๐Ÿ“… 07/05/2023

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Job Description

##### Job Description :

__**Key Qualifications**__ :

* **Have some relevant coursework and be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field**
* **Show familiarity with Python**
* **Have knowledge of a systems programming language such as C++, Go or Rust**
* **Understand SQL databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL**
* **Have a basic understanding of Linux, Bash, and network concepts (HTTP, TLS, TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)**

**Work in a way that works for you**

FlexBase, Akamaiโ€™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.

Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work

Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like!

**We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges,
together.**

**At Akamai, weโ€™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, youโ€™ll thrive here.**

**Benefits**

**Through our intern and co-op programs we will provide you with opportunities
to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Financial benefits offered to
interns and co-ops, including a 401k and health insurance, are offered through
our managed service provider (MSP). Students also gain the following benefits
directly from our programs:**

* Mentorship

* Career development trainings

* Visibility into senior leadership through Fireside Chats

* Networking and social events with an international intern cohort

* Final project showcase presented to the company

* Fun perks including Akamai branded merchandise

_**About us**_

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose
Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences โ€“ helping
billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the worldโ€™s most
distributed compute platform โ€“ from cloud to edge โ€“ 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!

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, gender identity, sexual
orientation, race/ethnicity, protected veteran status, disability, or other
protected group status.

Akamai is committed to complying with COVID-19 requirements in the countries
where it operates. For locations or roles subject to vaccination mandates, we
require proof of vaccination, if permitted, as a condition of employment. We
will provide additional details regarding our vaccine record submission
protocols during the hiring and onboarding process.

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