Mid Level Network Architect Jobs
Mid level network architect jobs call for engineers ready to own network design projects end to end, make infrastructure decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior colleagues through complex implementations. Roles run across Science & Research, Technology & Software, and Social Media, with 25% remote or hybrid, and employers like Tencent, Fortinet, and Goldbelt hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Network Architect
Location: Remote
Contract
Top Skills Required:
- F5 BIGIP LTM and GTMDNS
- F5 Certifications F5CTS LTMGTM
Job Description/ Responsibilities:
We are seeking a highly experienced F5 Architect to design, implement, and govern enterprise-scale application delivery and global traffic management solutions. The candidate will own the end-to-end architecture for F5 LTM and GTM (DNS) platforms, driving high availability, security, and performance for mission-critical applications across on-prem, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect design and implement F5 BIGIP LTM solutions including virtual servers’ pools, iRules, iApps, SSL offloading, and traffic policies.
- Design and manage F5 GTMDNS solutions for global load balancing, disaster recovery, and multisite failover strategies.
- Define standards, reference architectures, and best practices for load balancing, application delivery, and DNS across the enterprise.
- Lead capacity planning, high availability (HA) design, and disaster recovery (DR) strategy for F5 platforms.
- Collaborate with network security and application teams to integrate F5 solutions with WAF, APM, ASM modules, and third-party security tools.
- Own the technical roadmap for F5 infrastructure lifecycle management including upgrades, migrations (e.g., to BIGIP versions, TMOS upgrades), and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure, GCP F5 deployments, BIGIP VE).
- Automate F5 configuration and deployment using Ansible, Terraform, iControl REST API, or similar tools.
- Provide L3/L4 technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering teams; act as an escalation point for complex incidents.
- Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance tuning for LTM/GTM environments.
- Develop and maintain documentation (HLD/LLD, runbooks, DR plans, and standard operating procedures).
- Ensure compliance with security policies, certificate management, and regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, SOC2, etc.).
- Partner with vendors (F5 support, TAM) for roadmap alignment, licensing, and issue escalation.
Required Skills & Experience
- 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 TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS, HTTP/HTTPS, load balancing algorithms, and iRules/TCL scripting.
- Hands-on experience with BIGIP VE deployments in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with F5 automation/orchestration (Ansible, Terraform, iControl REST/SOAP 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 SDN/NFV concepts and multi-cloud networking (Aviatrix, Cisco ACI, etc.).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code practices.
- ITIL awareness for change, incident, problem management processes.
About Smart IT Frame:
At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together.
📩 Apply today or share profiles at dhamodharan@smartitframe.com
Job Title: Network Architect
Location: Remote
Contract
Top Skills Required:
- F5 BIGIP LTM and GTMDNS
- F5 Certifications F5CTS LTMGTM
Job Description/ Responsibilities:
We are seeking a highly experienced F5 Architect to design, implement, and govern enterprise-scale application delivery and global traffic management solutions. The candidate will own the end-to-end architecture for F5 LTM and GTM (DNS) platforms, driving high availability, security, and performance for mission-critical applications across on-prem, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect design and implement F5 BIGIP LTM solutions including virtual servers’ pools, iRules, iApps, SSL offloading, and traffic policies.
- Design and manage F5 GTMDNS solutions for global load balancing, disaster recovery, and multisite failover strategies.
- Define standards, reference architectures, and best practices for load balancing, application delivery, and DNS across the enterprise.
- Lead capacity planning, high availability (HA) design, and disaster recovery (DR) strategy for F5 platforms.
- Collaborate with network security and application teams to integrate F5 solutions with WAF, APM, ASM modules, and third-party security tools.
- Own the technical roadmap for F5 infrastructure lifecycle management including upgrades, migrations (e.g., to BIGIP versions, TMOS upgrades), and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure, GCP F5 deployments, BIGIP VE).
- Automate F5 configuration and deployment using Ansible, Terraform, iControl REST API, or similar tools.
- Provide L3/L4 technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering teams; act as an escalation point for complex incidents.
- Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance tuning for LTM/GTM environments.
- Develop and maintain documentation (HLD/LLD, runbooks, DR plans, and standard operating procedures).
- Ensure compliance with security policies, certificate management, and regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, SOC2, etc.).
- Partner with vendors (F5 support, TAM) for roadmap alignment, licensing, and issue escalation.
Required Skills & Experience
- 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 TCP/IP, DNS, SSL/TLS, HTTP/HTTPS, load balancing algorithms, and iRules/TCL scripting.
- Hands-on experience with BIGIP VE deployments in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with F5 automation/orchestration (Ansible, Terraform, iControl REST/SOAP 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 SDN/NFV concepts and multi-cloud networking (Aviatrix, Cisco ACI, etc.).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code practices.
- ITIL awareness for change, incident, problem management processes.
About Smart IT Frame:
At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together.
📩 Apply today or share profiles at dhamodharan@smartitframe.com
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Mid Level Network Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level network architect job?
Lead with ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you drove the design decisions, not ones where you executed someone else's plan. Employers at this level want to see that you've handled routing protocols, segmentation, or cloud network integration without constant supervision. Certifications like CCNP or equivalent validate depth, but concrete examples of problem-solving under real constraints close the deal.
Which companies hire mid level network architects?
Companies hiring mid level network architects right now include Tencent, Fortinet, and Goldbelt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large enterprises managing complex distributed infrastructure, government contractors requiring cleared professionals, and managed service providers scaling client network operations.
Are there remote mid level network architect jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role type. About 25% of mid level network architect openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at organizations that require occasional hands-on access to physical hardware or data center environments. Fully remote roles tend to favor architecture and design work over hands-on configuration.
How do I move up to a mid level network architect role?
The path from entry level to mid level network architect is built on taking ownership progressively. Start by volunteering for scoped design tasks, not just implementation. Build depth in a specialization such as SD-WAN, cloud networking, or network security rather than staying generalist. Document the measurable impact of your work, reduced latency, improved uptime, or faster rollouts, so you can speak to outcomes rather than just activities.
Which industries hire the most mid level network architects?
Mid Level network architect roles concentrate in Science & Research, Technology & Software, and Social Media, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to operate large, geographically distributed networks with ongoing modernization programs, which creates sustained demand for architects who can own projects beyond the entry level but do not yet require a principal or staff-level scope.