F5 Engineer

TEKsystems
$60.00 - $80.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, South Carolina, Fort Mill
Apr 09, 2025
Hybrid role - 3 days per week on-site in Ft. Mill, DC or Austin, TX *This is an 18-month contract* **No C2C or sub-contracting** Top Skills' Details - Strong experience with the F5 Platform - app side, network side, scripting, etc. - F5 Load Balancing On-prem - Automation: Experience using Ansible for automating tasks and configurations - strong experience with configuring Ansible to build automations - Strong troubleshooting skills - this is a key responsibility of the F5 engineers - they will attend every troubleshooting call. - Experience working with Application build teams Description 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 Experience Level Expert Level 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 23, 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. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.