Life at Akamai

We’re problem-solvers who share a passion for technology and innovation

A deeply connected culture, powering the world with innovation

Great work thrives through collaboration. At Akamai, our shared purpose drives innovation, constantly pushing what’s possible. Together, we move new ideas forward.

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Global benefits

Benefits to support your health, well-being, finances, and life beyond work.

Health and wellness

Stay healthy with medical and dental (varies by location) coverage, gym perks, fitness trackers, and more.

Mental health support

Find confidential, supportive mental health resources and programs through Lyra that matter most to you.

Family building benefits

Get inclusive fertility, hormonal, and family-building care through the Carrot program.

Financial support programs

Get tools and assistance to manage finances and plan for the future.

FlexBase: Our flexible work program

Choose where you work — from home, office, or a blend of both — with support for your ideal setup.

Legal support programs

Access legal resources and guidance for personal or professional matters.

Wellness days

Recharge with paid time off to support your mental and physical well-being.

Volunteering days

Take paid time off to volunteer for causes and communities that matter most to you.

Mobility empowering flexibility

Enjoy short-term remote work from approved global locations, in line with our Temporary Remote Work Policy.

Country-specific benefits

In addition to our global benefits, there are also country-specific ones, designed to support local needs. Select your country below to explore those available to you.

Costa Rica

India

Israel

Japan

Poland

United States

Community

Find your path, grow your skills, and thrive in a community at every point along your career journey

Professional careers

Grow your skills and take on challenges as you help make life better for billions of people, trillions of times a day.

Explore careers

Early careers

Start strong with support to explore, create, and thrive in a global community that embraces fresh ideas.

Explore early careers

Our Employee Resource Groups

Join a diverse and inclusive community where every perspective matters and we truly innovate together.

Explore ERGs

Hear from our employees

Keren Sibony, Senior Manager, Software Development Engineer in Test

"At Akamai, my voice shapes solutions and products, impacting customer interactions. Every engineer counts, fostering inclusion."

Charu Rao, Director, Global Talent Development

"I love working at Akamai. Each day brings learnings, brilliant minds, great leaders, a welcoming culture, and flexibility."

Jakub Rzadca, Senior Manager, Platform Operations

"At Akamai, everyone can follow their dream career, no matter their background. You can become an IT rock star."

Amrut Kunte, Senior Manager Engineering in Cloud Platform Infrastructure

"Working at Akamai feels like a professional league: We share goals, face challenges, and create great software together."

Jorge Vargas, Senior Technical Project Manager

"Akamai’s daily challenges and global impact are rewarding. Our decisions influence humanity, and our people make it possible."

Nick Barbosa, Marketing Program Specialist

"Akamai offers a unique experience with FlexBase: work from home or office, unlimited PTO (US), and wellness days."

Let’s connect to grow your career

Join our talent community

Stay in touch with our global talent team for updates on new roles, events, and more.

Meet us on social

Join our social communities to discover more about the life and people of Akamai.

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Watch our stories

Hear from colleagues around the world about what makes working at Akamai so rewarding.

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