Eli Lilly and Company
Sr. Principal Platform Engineer / Service Owner (F5)– Enterprise Connectivity
Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Sr. Principal Platform Engineer / Service Owner (F5) – Enterprise Connectivity
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Sr. Principal Platform Engineer / Service Owner (F5) – Enterprise Connectivity
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Eli Lilly and Company
Overview At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to advancing medicines, improving disease understanding, and giving back through philanthropy and volunteerism.
Responsibilities
Implement F5 BIG‑IP solutions (LTM, GTM/DNS, APM, ASM/WAF).
Develop iRules, iApps, and automation scripts for traffic management.
Deploy and configure F5 hardware and virtual appliances.
Perform OS/firmware upgrades and apply security hardening.
Own and monitor system health and troubleshoot complex network/application issues.
Configure WAF policies and manage SSL/TLS certificates.
Automate deployments using Python, Bash, and Ansible.
Collaborate with application, network, and security teams.
Create technical documentation, runbooks, and provide knowledge transfer.
Plan migrations, capacity analysis, and lifecycle management.
How You’ll Succeed
Lead a team of technical analysts handling network installation, configuration, and management.
Collaborate with Project Managers to monitor project status and lead key network initiatives.
Ensure platforms and infrastructure tools are compliant, secure, and efficient.
Directly responsible for hands‑on development, configuration pattern design & build, and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation technology.
Partner with business areas and application Systems Engineers to provide technical expertise on platform capabilities.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in platform engineering and apply this knowledge to improve Tech@Lilly products and processes.
Demonstrate expertise in one or more technology platforms, leveraging deep knowledge to drive innovation and efficiency in projects.
Influence and guide cross‑functional teams to achieve high performance and meaningful results.
Manage project priorities and resources to maximize team effectiveness and business impact.
Work with architects, project managers, and operations leaders to align network projects with business goals.
What You Should Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science.
Hands‑on experience with F5 BIG‑IP modules (LTM, GTM, APM, ASM).
Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS).
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, Ansible).
Familiarity with security standards and compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, DISA‑STIG.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and configuration management tools such as Ansible Automation Platform, Terraform, Azure DevOps.
Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
Demonstrated capability to lead & influence major projects and business outcomes.
Experience in managing relationships with third‑party vendors and service providers.
Experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial management.
F5 certifications (CA, CTS in LTM/GTM, Security track).
Experience with F5 Distributed Cloud, BIG‑IQ, F5 and cloud‑native LB solutions in AWS/Azure/GCP.
Familiarity with Kubernetes Ingress and/or Service Mesh solutions.
Additional enterprise‑scale experience in managing and operating platforms for broad application delivery and enablement of services.
Basic Requirements
High school diploma/GED AND 12 years of working experience in Information Technology.
5+ years of hands‑on experience working with large data center network and security infrastructure platforms in an enterprise‑scale organization.
5+ years experience working in a highly‑regulated industry, such as Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Finance, etc.
Additional Information
Position requires 5-10% travel.
Position located in Indianapolis, Indiana working in a hybrid model. (Relocation required).
Organization Overview Lilly IT builds and maintains capabilities using cutting‑edge technologies. Our Digital Core team enables and advances the entire company, providing a robust and sustainable infrastructure of hardware, software and services that are critical to enabling our global workforce and business to operate and transform.
Compensation & Benefits Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $126,000 - $224,400. Full‑time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision, and more.
EEO Statement Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for this position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance.
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Sr. Principal Platform Engineer / Service Owner (F5) – Enterprise Connectivity
role at
Eli Lilly and Company
Overview At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to advancing medicines, improving disease understanding, and giving back through philanthropy and volunteerism.
Responsibilities
Implement F5 BIG‑IP solutions (LTM, GTM/DNS, APM, ASM/WAF).
Develop iRules, iApps, and automation scripts for traffic management.
Deploy and configure F5 hardware and virtual appliances.
Perform OS/firmware upgrades and apply security hardening.
Own and monitor system health and troubleshoot complex network/application issues.
Configure WAF policies and manage SSL/TLS certificates.
Automate deployments using Python, Bash, and Ansible.
Collaborate with application, network, and security teams.
Create technical documentation, runbooks, and provide knowledge transfer.
Plan migrations, capacity analysis, and lifecycle management.
How You’ll Succeed
Lead a team of technical analysts handling network installation, configuration, and management.
Collaborate with Project Managers to monitor project status and lead key network initiatives.
Ensure platforms and infrastructure tools are compliant, secure, and efficient.
Directly responsible for hands‑on development, configuration pattern design & build, and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation technology.
Partner with business areas and application Systems Engineers to provide technical expertise on platform capabilities.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in platform engineering and apply this knowledge to improve Tech@Lilly products and processes.
Demonstrate expertise in one or more technology platforms, leveraging deep knowledge to drive innovation and efficiency in projects.
Influence and guide cross‑functional teams to achieve high performance and meaningful results.
Manage project priorities and resources to maximize team effectiveness and business impact.
Work with architects, project managers, and operations leaders to align network projects with business goals.
What You Should Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science.
Hands‑on experience with F5 BIG‑IP modules (LTM, GTM, APM, ASM).
Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS).
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, Ansible).
Familiarity with security standards and compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, DISA‑STIG.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and configuration management tools such as Ansible Automation Platform, Terraform, Azure DevOps.
Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams.
Demonstrated capability to lead & influence major projects and business outcomes.
Experience in managing relationships with third‑party vendors and service providers.
Experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial management.
F5 certifications (CA, CTS in LTM/GTM, Security track).
Experience with F5 Distributed Cloud, BIG‑IQ, F5 and cloud‑native LB solutions in AWS/Azure/GCP.
Familiarity with Kubernetes Ingress and/or Service Mesh solutions.
Additional enterprise‑scale experience in managing and operating platforms for broad application delivery and enablement of services.
Basic Requirements
High school diploma/GED AND 12 years of working experience in Information Technology.
5+ years of hands‑on experience working with large data center network and security infrastructure platforms in an enterprise‑scale organization.
5+ years experience working in a highly‑regulated industry, such as Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, Finance, etc.
Additional Information
Position requires 5-10% travel.
Position located in Indianapolis, Indiana working in a hybrid model. (Relocation required).
Organization Overview Lilly IT builds and maintains capabilities using cutting‑edge technologies. Our Digital Core team enables and advances the entire company, providing a robust and sustainable infrastructure of hardware, software and services that are critical to enabling our global workforce and business to operate and transform.
Compensation & Benefits Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $126,000 - $224,400. Full‑time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision, and more.
EEO Statement Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for this position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance.
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