F5 SME F5 SME with some experience working with and implementing the newest version of F5 Load Balancers, Financial Industry experience is a must Seeking an experienced F5 Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong background in designing, implementing, and maintaining F5 Load Balancers. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with the latest versions of F5 Load Balancer technologies and a proven track record of successfully deploying F5 solutions in complex enterprise environments Responsibilities: • Design and architect F5 Load Balancer solutions to meet the performance, scalability, and availability requirements of enterprise applications. • Implement, configure, and optimize F5 Load Balancers to ensure efficient traffic distribution and application delivery. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to F5 Load Balancer configurations, network connectivity, and application performance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including network engineers, system administrators, and application developers to integrate F5 solutions into existing infrastructure. • Stay up-to-date with the latest features, enhancements, and best practices in F5 Load Balancer technologies. • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members on F5 Load Balancer design, implementation, and troubleshooting. • Participate in the evaluation and selection of new F5 products and technologies to enhance the organization's network infrastructure. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. • Minimum of 7 years of experience working with F5 Load Balancers in enterprise environments. • Proficiency in configuring and managing F5 BIG-IP LTM (Local Traffic Manager) and GTM (Global Traffic Manager) platforms. • Hands-on experience with F5 iRules scripting language for customizing traffic management and application delivery logic. • Strong understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS, HTTP/HTTPS, and VPN technologies. • Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef for F5 Load Balancer configuration management is a plus. • F5 certifications such as F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) or F5 Certified Technology Specialist (F5-CTS) are highly desirable. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical issues.