Fastly

Here's the reformatted job posting for the "Senior Solutions Architect" role at Fastly:

Fastly is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to join our Solutions Architecture team. This role is pivotal in driving customer success by designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions on the Fastly Edge Cloud Platform.

About the role

As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will work closely with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand technical requirements and translate them into scalable, high-performance solutions using Fastly's suite of products. You'll be a trusted advisor to our customers, helping them leverage Fastly's platform to achieve their business goals while pushing the boundaries of what's possible at the edge.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect innovative solutions using Fastly's Edge Cloud Platform, including CDN, Compute, Security, and Observability products
• Collaborate with customers to understand their technical challenges and business objectives, then develop tailored solutions that address their unique needs
• Create technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, implementation guides, and best practice recommendations
• Work closely with sales, engineering, and product teams to provide technical expertise and ensure customer success
• Deliver technical presentations, workshops, and demonstrations to customers and partners
• Stay current with Fastly's product roadmap and emerging technologies in the edge computing space
• Mentor and guide junior Solutions Architects and other technical team members
• Contribute to the development of Fastly's solution architecture methodologies and best practices

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in solutions architecture, technical consulting, or a related field
• Deep understanding of web technologies, including HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, TLS, caching, and content delivery networks
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and modern web architectures
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Go, Rust, or Ruby)
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices for web applications and APIs
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, infrastructure as code, monitoring, and logging)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to customer sites and industry events

Skills

• Edge computing and serverless architectures
• Web application firewalls (WAF) and DDoS protection
• API design and management
• Performance optimization and troubleshooting
• Network protocols and architectures
• Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Scripting and automation

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Stock options and performance bonuses
• Professional development opportunities, including conference attendance and training
• Wellness programs and mental health support
• Parental leave and family planning support
• Commuter benefits and home office stipend