IT Solutions Architect Full Time NEW

Company Overview

F5 is a global leader in application delivery and security, enabling secure digital experiences for top-tier enterprises, service providers, and governments. F5 empowers businesses to innovate confidently by securing applications and APIs across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Role Overview

As a Solutions Architect (SA) specializing in ADC infrastructure, modern applications, and automation, you’ll act as a technical leader and trusted advisor to customers across the EMEA region. Your primary role is to align F5’s solutions with client business needs while influencing internal product development and external technical strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide architectural and strategic guidance on application delivery, cloud-native solutions, and automation.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, product teams, and customers to position F5 technologies effectively.
• Evangelize F5 solutions through whitepapers, tech tips, blogs, demos, and public speaking.
• Guide internal Solution Engineers, ensuring proper enablement and technical accuracy.
• Participate in strategic opportunities and advise on AI-based architectures and DevOps integration.
• Interface with product management and R&D to influence feature development aligned with real-world needs.

What You’ll Bring

• 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, app delivery, or related fields.
• Deep expertise in:
• ADC & DNS (hardware, software, SaaS)
• Automation tools: Ansible, Terraform, Git, DevOps/IaC
• Public/private cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Kubernetes, Ingress Controllers, API gateways
• Application security: WAF, DDoS, bot mitigation, API security, IAM
• Strong presentation skills; comfortable engaging C-level and technical audiences.
• Experience in thought leadership (whitepapers, blogs, conference talks).
• Excellent English communication and architectural problem-solving skills.
• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience; relevant certifications are a plus.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and family-friendly benefits
• Hybrid work flexibility with up to 30% travel
• Tuition assistance and professional development
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and diversity initiatives
• Community involvement and paid volunteer opportunities

Why Join F5?

At F5, people come first. You’ll join a global team driving innovation in the digital world, with the opportunity to grow your career, collaborate across regions, and shape the future of secure applications in cloud-native environments.