Senior Automation AI Engineer

Are you a software developer with a passion for testing and quality at scale?

Would you enjoy working with AI/ML systems in a fast-paced, cloud-based environment?

Join our Cloud Security Intelligence group

We own one of the largest Big Data environments in Israel. The team is responsible for developing the platform powering this environment, maintaining it, and innovating. The team is constantly adopting and developing new technologies to protect our customers from various kinds of attacks and provide the best platform.

Develop and maintain intelligent validation for AI-driven systems

You’ll be embedded in an innovative AI/ML engineering team, shaping the way we test and validate highly dynamic machine learning components and services.

What will you do as part of your job?

• Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks for AI modules and machine learning pipelines
• Collaborating with AI/ML engineers and data scientists to understand models, data flows, and validation metrics
• Building robust validation strategies for ML-based services, with a focus on performance, accuracy, and reliability
• Leading testing efforts and driving improvements in strategy, coverage, and automation tooling
• Identifying gaps, proposing improvements, and influencing test architecture and quality best practices
• Partnering across teams to integrate quality into every stage of the development lifecycle

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have 5+ years of proven experience as an SDET or in a similar testing-focused software engineering role
• Be experienced in testing AI/ML systems or have an understanding of machine learning concepts and workflows
• Demonstrate coding skills in Python, Java, or similar languages used for automation
• Be familiar with CI/CD pipelines, test infrastructure, and cloud environments
• Possess a creative, open-minded, and curious mindset with a drive for continuous learning
• Have excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a history of mentoring or leading QA/test efforts
• Show a passion for quality, security, and cutting-edge technologies

Build your career at Akamai

Our ability to shape digital life today relies on developing exceptional people like you. The kind that can turn impossible into possible. We’re doing everything we can to make Akamai a great place to work. A place where you can learn, grow and have a meaningful impact.

With our company moving so fast, it’s important that you’re able to build new skills, explore new roles, and try out different opportunities. There are so many different ways to build your career at Akamai, and we want to support you as much as possible. We have all kinds of development opportunities available, from programs such as GROW and Mentoring, to internal events like the APEX Expo and tools such as Linkedin Learning, all to help you expand your knowledge and experience here.

Learn more

Not sure if this job is the right match for you or want to learn more about the job before you apply? Schedule a 15-minute exploratory call with the Recruiter and they would be happy to share more details.