Job ID: BROADBEAN_083911794491745Location: London, Greater LondonContract: ContractIndustry: ITSalary: 650 - 700 / DailyRecruiter: Daniel MinorE-Mail: Dan.Minor.08391.9115@pontoon.aplitrak.comF5 Engineer Banking Hybrid: 2 days per week in London, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh (wherever is closest) 6 months+ £650 - £700 per dayIn short: We're seeking an F5 Engineer to be hands on in taking accountability for design, implementation, security, maintenance and support of software-defined infrastructure resources.Essential: We need someone with strong F5 experience. This role isn't right for someone who has just touched on F5.In full: Job purpose:Identifies shortcomings, then suggests and implements improvements to existing business practices, while developing and delivering projects or a workstream within the organisation's change management programme with guidance from senior colleagues.Provide input into the development of IT Security policies, develops underlying procedures and monitors their implementation for area of responsibility within the organisation.Identify and evaluates complex expertise-led solutions against a range of criteria to find the ones that best meet business needs.Delivers prescribed outcomes for area of responsibility by working within established strategic planning systems.What you'll needExtensive experience in designing, implementing, and supporting software-defined infrastructure.Strong understanding of network security principles and traffic management.Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages to enhance infrastructure efficiency.Experience in delivering complex projects and working within established strategic planning systems.Ability to identify and evaluate technical solutions to meet business needs.Knowledge of IT Security policies and procedures, with experience monitoring their implementation.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to suggest and implement improvements to existing practices.Strong communication skills to collaborate with senior colleagues and provide clear input into policy development.F5 TechnologiesComprehensive knowledge of F5 BIG-IP architecture and modules (LTM, GTM, ASM, APM).Proficiency with F5 Declarative Onboarding (DO) and Application Services 3 Extension (AS3).Familiarity with iRules.Automation & ScriptingExpertise in Python (particularly for automation and integration).Experience with Ansible and Ansible Playbooks.Familiarity with Jinja templating engine.Bash or shell scripting for system-level automation.CI/CD & DevOps ToolingPractical experience with Jenkins (pipelines, shared libraries).Understanding of CI/CD principles and pipeline orchestration.Exposure to Backstage and Harness (for future IDP migration).Git-based workflows (GitHub, GitLab).Infrastructure as Code (IaC)Experience with Terraform or similar IaC tools.Managing infrastructure state and modular deployments.Networking & SecurityStrong understanding of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSL/TLS.Familiarity with firewall rules, load balancing, and reverse proxying.Understanding of Zero Trust and network segmentation.Desirable Skills & ConceptsTechnical experience within financial services organisations.Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tooling such as Jira.Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid networking.Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools (Splunk).Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
F5 Engineer employer: Adecco
Our client in Worthing is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. With competitive pay and flexible hours, employees enjoy a balanced work-life dynamic while having access to growth opportunities within the manufacturing sector. This role as a Kitting Operative not only provides meaningful work but also allows you to be part of a respected organisation committed to excellence.
