Job Title:
Akamai Analyst
Company: UST
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Created: 2025-12-13
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Configure and manage Akamai CDN for large-scale global websites to improve performance and availabilityAnalyze Akamai traffic reports and RUM (mPulse) data to identify performance bottlenecks and fine-tune edge deliveryImplement edge caching strategies, redirect rules, and performance tuning using Akamai Property ManagerMaintain EdgeWorkers for geo-based routing, header manipulations, and token validationAutomate cache purging and configuration deployments using Akamai CLI and Fast Purge APIsConfigure and manage Akamai services including Web Application Firewall, DNS, and Content Delivery Network settingsContribute to traffic resiliency and scalability through caching, failover policies, and traffic segmentation at the edgeSkills/Qualifications: Strong experience configuring Akamai Property Manager for web acceleration and asset offloadingHands-on with Akamai EdgeWorkers for custom edge logic and real-time decision makingProficient in analyzing and debugging Akamai traffic using tools like mPulse, Edge Diagnostics, and RUMDeep understanding of caching policies, TTL tuning, and performance headers (cache-control, surrogate keys, etc.)Familiarity with Fast Purge, Akamai APIs, CLI, and integration with CI/CD pipelinesKnowledge of web performance best practices including lazy loading, compression, and image optimizationExperience with security rules at the edge (WAF, geo-blocking, bot management, token auth)Experience collaborating in agile/scrum development environments with cross-functional teamsTechnologies: Akamai CDN & Edge Delivery, Web Performance Optimization, Traffic Management & Monitoring, Security & Access Control, DevOps & Automation