Solutions Engineer II
Company: Akamai Technologies
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: March 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Our team works with global companies in every major industry to
make the internet fast and secure. As a partner to the Global 500,
we collaborate with customers and prospects to align Akamai
solutions to business needs. We build relationships and insights to
maximize product value through the full scope of our global
platform. In this role, youll play an integral part in sales
cycles, defining solutions that meet the requirements of our
customers. You will be self-motivated and highly articulate, with a
naturally curious mindset that drives insightful questioning and
deep discovery. Collaborating with sales partners, you will drive
net-new customer acquisition, leading technical evaluations and
accelerating early product adoption in competitive opportunities.
As a Solutions Engineer II, you will be responsible for: •
Partnering with sales to identify, qualify, and win net-new
customer opportunities through excellent technical discovery and
consultative engagement • Managing the technical proposal process
and ensuring all technical information and recommendations
addressing customer requirements are accurate • Tracking activities
for business analysis and reporting, designing technical solutions
to meet our customers needs • Leading technical activities such as
demos, proof of concepts and value confirmations To be successful
in this role you will: • Have 5 years of relevant experience and a
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management
Information Systems, another related field or its equivalent • Have
experience with internet technologies and cybersecurity concepts,
including but not limited to, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP(S), APIs, WAF, DDoS
• Have knowledge of cloud platforms and AI driven technology to be
able to position high performance scalable solutions • Be a
customer advocate passionate about delivering technical solutions
with a proven track record of delivering high-impact technical
demos and value confirmations • Be a team player, able to
collaborate, prioritize, and solve problems in a fast changing
environment FlexBase, Akamais 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. We
are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage
you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.
Connect with us on social and see what life at Akamai is like! We
power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges,
together. At Akamai, were curious, innovative, collaborative and
tenacious. 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,
youll thrive here. Working for you At 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: • Your health • Your finances • Your family •
Your time at work • Your time pursuing other endeavors
Keywords: Akamai Technologies, Downers Grove , Solutions Engineer II, IT / Software / Systems , Schiller Park, Illinois
