Principal Software Engineer Lead (Kubernetes Product Platform) at Akamai Technologies in Cambridge, MA

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What a Principal Software Engineer Lead (Kubernetes Product Platform) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, develops, and leads the implementation of complex software solutions, often focusing on core platform components. This role involves guiding a team of engineers, ensuring code quality, and driving technical decisions related to the product platform. Responsibilities include architecture design, performance optimization, and troubleshooting production issues. They also contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap for the platform.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Go, or Python, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and strong knowledge of containerization technologies like Kubernetes are generally required.

Good fit for: Experienced software engineers with a proven track record of technical leadership and a passion for building scalable and reliable platforms thrive in this role.

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