Cloud Support Engineer (Weekend Shift - Sat to Monday, US timing)

May 13, 2026

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Be part of a world class technical team supporting the biggest online companies and events.Would you like to work across diverse geographies, environments, cultures and technologies?Join our best-in-class global technical support familyThe Technical Support Organization resolves complex issues for global customers, including Fortune 500 companies and Government Agencies, through collaboration and excellence. Expertise drives knowledge sharing and feedback utilization to enhance products and services. AkaTec offers remote, comprehensive support for Akamai products and platforms, ensuring reliability 24/7/365 across regions and communication channels.Partner with the bestA Cloud Support Engineer resolves technical issues for global customers, ensures cloud system security, and improves processes while enhancing customer experience. This role involves mentoring peers, guiding investigations, and collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions. Work independently on intricate system interactions during weekends, focusing on availability and performance of systems.As a Cloud Support Engineer, you will be responsible for:<ul><li class="lst">Owning the problem resolution and working independently to address customer concerns & technical issues in a timely manner.</li><li class="lst">Driving troubleshooting and complex data analysis of the Akamai platform/services for quick mitigation & prevention of customer issues.</li><li class="lst">Collaborating and leading communications(emails/calls) with internal+external stakeholders to effectively manage complex situations.</li><li class="lst">Supporting your peers by prioritizing pooled customer work, ensuring quality handover of work and knowledge.CSE</li><li class="lst">Enhancing organizational and customer knowledge through technical writing, while continually developing expertise and driving innovation across processes, operations, and technology.</li></ul>Do what you loveTo be successful in this role you will:<ul><li class="lst">Have a Bachelor's degree in computer science/Engineering or relevant fields</li><li class="lst">Possess 0-4 of experience delivering technical solutions to B2B clients, resolving distributed system issues using expertise in internet protocols and Linux/Unix.</li><li class="lst">Provide technical solutions and support to B2B customers while understanding internet protocols and networking concepts like DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, TCP/IP, TLS.</li><li class="lst">Demonstrate basic Linux/Unix knowledge, apply troubleshooting expertise, and utilize debugging abilities effectively.</li><li class="lst">Demonstrate expertise in cloud-based systems, architecture, and traffic flow; diagnose issues, resolve problems, and manage priorities efficiently.</li><li class="lst">Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication abilities, a customer-focused approach, effective collaboration, self-motivation, and enthusiasm for learning and technology.</li></ul>Work in a way that works for youFlexBase, Akamai'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. 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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, you'll thrive here.Working for youAt Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:<ul><li class="lst">Your health</li><li class="lst">Your finances</li><li class="lst">Your family</li><li class="lst">Your time at work</li><li class="lst">Your time pursuing other endeavors</li></ul>Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.About usAkamai powers and protects life online. 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