> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3455799-network-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3455799-network-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** THE JUDGE GROUP, INC. - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,640.0 - $124,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cisco Nexus Switches, Nginx, Ansible, Tcl (Programming Language), TCP/IP, Wireshark, Scripting, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM), Terraform, Microservices - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9d77ac6c-f5fe-4f7b-93d8-931372b0369c ## About the Role * 10 years in network engineering architecture with 5 years specifically on F5 BIGIP LTM and GTMDNS. * Deep expertise in F5 BIGIP modules LTM GTMDNS and working knowledge of ASM APM AFM. * Strong understanding of TCPIP DNS SSLTLS HTTPHTTPS load balancing algorithms and iRules TCL scripting. * Hands on experience with BIGIP VE deployments in cloud environments AWS Azure Google Cloud Platform. * Experience with F5 automation orchestration Ansible Terraform iControl RESTSOAP API Python scripting. * Solid grasp of enterprise network architecture routing switching firewalls VPNs and data center design. * Experience designing HADR architectures across multiple data centers regions. * Strong troubleshooting skills using tcpdump Wireshark qkview analysis and F5 iHealth. * Excellent stakeholder management documentation and communication skills. Preferred Nice to Have * F5 Certifications F5CTS LTMGTM F5 Certified Solution Expert F5CSE or F5 Certified Architect. * Experience with container microservices load balancing Kubernetes Ingress NGINX Container Ingress Services CIS. * Familiarity with SDNNFV concepts and multi cloud networking Aviatrix Cisco ACI etc.. * Experience with CICD pipelines and infrastructure as code practices. * ITIL awareness for change incident problem management processes.