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About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Akamai Subject Matter Expert (SME) to help push the boundaries of Edge Computing for Princess Cruises. This role goes far beyond traditional CDN configuration — you will be owning and engineering the entry point of a large-scale digital ecosystem that serves millions of users globally. Our environment focuses on low latency, high performance, security, and next-gen edge technologies, including AI at the Edge. Key Responsibilities 1. Edge Computing & AI at the Edge - Implement and optimize the latest Akamai AI inference capabilities directly at the edge. - Deploy and manage models running closer to customers to reduce latency. 2. Serverless Logic (EdgeWorkers) - Architect, develop, and manage complex Akamai EdgeWorkers. - Offload logic from the origin infrastructure to improve reliability, reduce load, and enable real-time personalization. 3. Traffic Engineering & Performance - Create advanced Forwarding Rules, Phased Release policies, and routing strategies. - Ensure minimal latency and maximum availability for millions of users. 4. Next-Gen Security - Lead Akamai WAF and Bot Manager strategies. - Build robust security layers for a high-traffic global platform. - Work closely with security teams to ensure compliance and best practices. 5. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work with engineering, architecture, and DevOps teams to continuously innovate the tech stack. - Provide SME guidance for large-scale, performance-sensitive applications. Required Skills & Experience - 5–10+ years hands-on experience with Akamai CDN and Edge Computing. - Expertise with: - Akamai EdgeWorkers - Akamai WAF and Bot Manager - Traffic management and routing strategies - Akamai Forwarding Rules, Property Manager, and Configurations - Experience designing serverless logic and edge functions. - Strong understanding of web performance optimization, high-traffic architectures, and low-latency systems. - Ability to architect and troubleshoot complex distributed systems. - Familiarity with release strategies (Phased Releases, Canary, etc.). Nice-to-Have - Experience working in eCommerce, travel, hospitality, or large consumer-facing platforms. - Knowledge of AI/ML model deployment at the edge. - Background in security engineering or threat mitigation. Why Join? - Work on cutting-edge edge computing innovations. - Lead modernization initiatives impacting millions of users. - Flexible location options: Remote / Nearshore / Offshore / Hybrid. - Opportunity to influence the future of Princess Cruises' digital ecosystem.