Senior Backend Engineer (f/m/x) - Single Sign-on (sso) Services Engineering

Akamai

Frankfurt, Germany
Hybrid
Java backend development
Oauth2 openid connect saml protocols
Kubernetes docker containerization
Akamai is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Single Sign-On Services team in Frankfurt or Berlin. The ideal candidate will possess strong backend development skills, extensive troubleshooting experience, and a proactive mindset to enhance system reliability and operational excellence

Job Summary

  • This role combines strong backend engineering expertise with advanced production support and domain ownership for critical SSO services.
  • You will act as a senior technical escalation point (SL3) for complex incidents involving distributed systems and federation issues.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits including mental health support, physical fitness programs, and flexible working arrangements.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Akamai is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for their Single Sign-On Services team in Frankfurt or Berlin. The ideal candidate will possess strong backend development skills, extensive troubleshooting experience, and a proactive mindset to enhance system reliability and operational excellence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Java backend development
  • OAuth2 OpenID Connect SAML protocols
  • Kubernetes Docker containerization
  • Linux shell scripting Bash
  • Splunk Prometheus Grafana monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Python programming experience
  • PingAM PingIDM Keycloak knowledge
  • Global team collaboration skills
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset

Key Requirements

  • Strong hands-on Java development experience
  • Proven troubleshooting of high-availability distributed systems
  • Functional understanding of IAM tools like PingAM or Keycloak

Work Rights

Not specified

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