F5 Engineer for Multiple Locations (Hybrid) only For W2
Job Opportunity: F5 Engineer
Location: Austin, TX /Fort Mill/San Diego, CA, SC – Onsite 3 days/week (Hybrid)
Type: Contract to hire.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced F5 Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in network infrastructure, security, and automation. This role involves working in a dynamic SDLC environment and supporting critical enterprise infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
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Architect, deploy, and manage F5 Appliances and Virtual Editions in production environments.
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Utilize F5 BIG-IQ and Ansible Playbooks to automate configurations and deployments.
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Configure and manage F5 modules, including:
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LTM (Local Traffic Manager)
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GTM (Global Traffic Manager / BIG-IP DNS)
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ASM (Application Security Manager)
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APM (Access Policy Manager)
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Develop and maintain complex iRule logic for virtual IP (VIP) and service functions.
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Collaborate with development and operations teams to support secure and high-availability infrastructure.
Required Skills:
F5 Infrastructure Expertise:
- Strong hands-on experience with F5 appliances in enterprise environments.
- Proficiency in BIG-IQ Management and automation using Ansible.
- Deep knowledge of LTM, GTM, ASM, APM, and iRules scripting.
API & Scripting:
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Understanding of REST APIs (GET, POST, OPTIONS, etc.).
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Proficient in one or more scripting/programming languages:
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TCL
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JavaScript
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Python
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Bash
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Perl
Proxy & Web Services:
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Experience with NGINX Plus as a proxy server.
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Strong troubleshooting skills using tools like:
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tcpdump
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ssldump
Operating Systems & Application Support:
- Proficient in Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems.
- Experience supporting Angular-based applications.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Kubernetes orchestration platforms.
- Familiarity with NGINX Plus in proxy and web serving roles.