Senior Technical Solutions Architect

Job Description

Join the Presales Cloud Specialist team  are simplifying the way people work in the cloud to accelerate innovation by making computing simple, scalable, accessible, and affordable for all. We provide the infrastructure and services that enable developers to build next‑generation applications.

As a Presales Solutions Engineer (Sr. TSA) you will define cloud and Linode solutions throughout the sales lifecycle, guiding customers through strategic and technical cloud transformation decisions while driving Linode service adoption. You will serve as a thought‑leader in cloud computing within Akamai and externally.

• Drive Linode opportunities as a cloud pre‑sales engineer, supporting accounts, and owning technical sales efforts.
• Ensure customer success and Linode consumption within the integrated account team.
• Drive innovation in solutions and products while promoting trends and influencing the global product roadmap.
• Build technical expertise in Cloud Computing/Linode to support Akamai's overall business growth.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 8 years of experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related field.
• Possess extensive professional experience, including relevant work in customer‑facing technical roles with cloud‑related organizations.
• Demonstrate extensive experience in architecting IaaS solutions for customers.
• Possess certifications from AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, CNCF, etc.
• Have expertise in Kubernetes, cloud networking, database, storage, AI, IaC, gaming, or media.
• Have experience and practical skills in open‑source software like Apache, MySQL, Postgre
  
  SQL, Redis, Nginx, Terraform, etc.
• Communicate complex technical content effectively through writing, speaking, and presenting to diverse audiences.

Flex Base, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from home, office, or both (in the country advertised). The program is consistent and fair globally, helping us find talent virtually anywhere. We encourage you to discuss working options for this role with your recruiter.

• Your health
• Your finances
• Your family
• Your time at work
• Your time pursuing other endeavors

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 keeping experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

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 that energizes and inspires you!

Akamai Technologies is an 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.

If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.

Akamai is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For US‑based candidates only, the base salary for this position ranges from $108,900 to $226,100 per year, varying based on experience, skills, certifications, and location. Compensation for candidates outside the US will differ. The package may also include incentive compensation, equity awards, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Akamai provides industry‑leading benefits including healthcare, 401(k) savings plan, company holidays, PTO, sick time, parental leave, and an employee assistance program focused on mental and financial wellness (eligibility applies).

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Technology, Information and Internet