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GTN Technical Staffing

Sr. Network Engineer F5 SME

GTN Technical Staffing, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Overview

We are seeking a

Senior F5 Network Engineer

to join a highly skilled team managing enterprise load balancing and security environments. This role is

100% F5-focused ideal for an engineer who wants to own complex upper-layer application functions, collaborate closely with senior architects, and work on high-impact automation and cloud migration projects. You will join a small, collaborative team of experts reporting to the Network Manager, with direct support from the Principal Engineer. This position offers ownership of enterprise-wide F5 environments, exposure to all modules (not just niche functions), and opportunities to lead automation efforts in AWS. Compensation

Location:

Scottsdale, AZ (preferred) | New York, NY | Chicago, IL (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Position Type:

Direct Hire Compensation:

BOE Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities

Serve as the

SME for F5 systems , with focus on

APM (Access Policy Manager), ASM (Application Security Manager), iRules , and upper-layer proxy functionality. Design, configure, and troubleshoot F5 environments, including

iRules/TCL scripting , NAT/SNAT, and full proxy. Support and enhance automation initiatives, with exposure to

AS3, Ansible, and Python . Participate in

AWS cloud projects , including new hardware builds, automation deployments, and system migrations. Provide advanced troubleshooting using

TMSH, Bash, TCPDump, and Wireshark . Partner with stakeholders (internal teams and external clients) to ensure performance, security, and scalability of the F5 environment. Document processes, configurations, and policies to support operational excellence. Participate in

on-call rotation

(approx. 1 week every 45 weeks) with minimal after-hours pages; comp time provided for evening/weekend changes. Qualifications

7+ years of hands-on

F5 engineering experience

with advanced (300-level) expertise;

200-level certification required

(expired within 57 years acceptable). Deep technical knowledge of: F5 modules : APM, ASM, iRules. Automation tools : AS3, Ansible, Python (preferred). Full proxy environments , NAT/SNAT, and core F5 proxy features.

Strong troubleshooting background in complex enterprise environments. Experience with AWS deployments and automation a plus. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; proactive, collaborative, and able to take ownership of enterprise environments. Why Join

F5-focused role : No queue-jockeying or diluted networking responsibilitiesthis is a true SME position. High visibility and ownership : Small, expert team with influence over environment-wide design decisions. Exciting projects : Automation in AWS, new hardware and cloud builds, and hands-on exposure to every F5 module. Collaborative culture : Work closely with senior engineers and leadership in a flexible, team-oriented environment. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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