Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IP Services Engineer with extensive experience in enterprise IP services and application delivery technologies. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of hands-on experience implementing and supporting F5 BIG-IP, Infoblox DDI, NGINX, and related IP service technologies within large-scale enterprise and data centre environments.
The role will focus on the deployment, migration, implementation, and optimisation of application delivery controllers (ADC), DNS/DHCP/IPAM (DDI), and web proxy solutions. Candidates should also possess scripting capabilities to support automation and operational efficiency, along with a strong understanding of Routing & Switching fundamentals.
Responsibilities:
- Deploy, configure, and implement enterprise IP Services solutions across customer environments.
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Lead F5 BIG-IP migration projects, including migration from hardware appliances to Virtual Editions (VE/VM).
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Install, configure, and maintain NGINX web servers, reverse proxies, and load balancing solutions.
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Deploy and manage Infoblox DDI solutions, including DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM).
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Configure and optimise Layer 4–7 application delivery and load balancing services.
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Perform implementation, migration, and upgrade activities for enterprise IP Services infrastructure.
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Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline deployment and operational tasks.
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Troubleshoot complex application delivery, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and load balancing issues.
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Collaborate with Network, Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application teams during project delivery.
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Perform implementation validation, testing, cutovers, and post-deployment support.
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Create and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and operational procedures.
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Participate in change management processes and ensure all implementation activities comply with customer standards.
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Provide technical expertise and support for critical incidents and infrastructure upgrades.
Requirements:
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Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise IP Services technologies.
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Strong implementation and deployment experience with:
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F5 BIG-IP (LTM, GTM/DNS)
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F5 Virtual Edition (VE) / Migration to Virtual Machine
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NGINX
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Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
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Proven experience migrating F5 appliances from physical to virtual environments.
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Strong experience configuring:
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Load Balancing
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SSL Offloading
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Virtual Servers
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Pools
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Health Monitors
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iRules (preferred)
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Experience deploying and administering NGINX as:
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Reverse Proxy
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Load Balancer
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Web Server
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API Gateway
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Strong knowledge of Infoblox DDI architecture and implementation.
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Hands-on scripting/programming experience using one or more of:
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Python
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Bash
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Shell Scripting
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PowerShell
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Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
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Good understanding of Routing & Switching fundamentals to support IP Services deployment.
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Experience working within enterprise and data centre environments.
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Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.
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Experience with open-source technologies and automation frameworks.
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Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible or Terraform.
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Experience with Linux system administration.
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Exposure to Kubernetes, Docker, or containerised application environments.
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Experience with cloud-based load balancing and DNS services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
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Knowledge of REST APIs and API integrations.
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F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA)
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist (F5-CTS)
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NGINX Certified Professional
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Infoblox Certified DDI Administrator (CDCA)
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Cisco CCNP Enterprise
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ITIL Foundation
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Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
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Strong understanding of enterprise application delivery architecture.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.
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Customer-focused with strong problem-solving capabilities.
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Strong documentation and technical reporting skills.
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Ability to manage multiple implementation projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
