F5 Engineer

Description
*****This manager wants to see pure F5 resumes, not candidates with Cisco all over.
Job Description: Experience with architecting, deploying and managing the F5 Appliances and F5 Virtual Editions for Production Services of LPL Financial Hands-on experience with deployment using F5 BIGIQ and Ansible Playbooks Experience with API structures and methods of calling APIs (GET, POST, OPTIONS, etc) Deep Level of troubleshooting Proficient in Linux, Unix and Windows Operating Systems Experienced Supporting Application Deployments Understanding and Proficient in Programming Languages like (TCL, JavaScript, Python, Bash and PERL) Experience with general Application Distribution Architectures using F5 LTM and GTM (BIGIP DNS) modules which include other modules like ASM, APM and iRule Logic for performing advanced functions of VIPs and Services.
We are seeking a highly skilled F5 Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with the F5 platform, including application and network sides, scripting, and on-premises load balancing. This role requires strong automation skills using Ansible and exceptional troubleshooting abilities. The F5 Engineer will work closely with application build teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of our networked applications.
Key Responsibilities:
F5 Platform Management: Configure and manage F5 devices, including BIG-IP systems, ensuring optimal performance and security.
On-Prem Load Balancing: Implement and maintain load balancing solutions within our local data center, focusing on on-premises environments.
Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts using Ansible to streamline tasks and configurations.
Troubleshooting: Attend all troubleshooting calls, diagnose and resolve network and application issues promptly.
Collaboration: Work closely with application build teams to integrate and optimize network solutions.
Required Skills and Experience:
F5 Platform Expertise: Strong experience with F5 technologies, including application and network sides, scripting, and configuration.
On-Prem Load Balancing: Proven experience in implementing and managing on-premises load balancing solutions.
Automation with Ansible: Extensive experience in configuring Ansible for automation tasks and building robust automation solutions.
Troubleshooting Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities and experience in attending and resolving issues during troubleshooting calls.
Team Collaboration: Experience working with application build teams to ensure seamless integration and performance optimization.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications: F5 Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or similar certifications.
Scripting Languages: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
Networking Knowledge: Strong understanding of network protocols and architectures.
Skills
F5, Load balancing, ansible, troubleshooting
Top Skills Details
F5,Load balancing,ansible,troubleshooting
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Soft Skills:
- Someone who can navigate the red tape within an organization - go-getter - ownership of figuring things out
- Takes a long time to get things done - you will have to fight to get things done
- Proactive mentality - takes initiative
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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