Load Balancing Engineer
Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States of America
Contract
2 weeks ago
Key skills
PythonAWSAzureAnsiblePerformance OptimizationLoad BalancingAgileChange ManagementCommunication
About this role
Job Title: Load Balancing Engineer
Location: Westlake, TX
Duration: Contract
Openings: 4
Work Schedule:
Monday Friday, 8 AM 5 PM EST
Flexibility required for occasional evenings/weekends or 4x10-hour shifts
Interview Process:
In-person interview required at client location
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Load Balancing Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise-grade traffic management solutions across hybrid and cloud environments. This role is critical in ensuring high availability, scalability, and secure connectivity for business applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support load balancing solutions across on-premises and cloud environments
- Work with modern traffic management platforms to ensure high availability and performance
- Troubleshoot complex issues within application traffic management environments
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions
- Provide operational support in a shift-based environment
- Participate in change management and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure 24x7 service availability through proactive monitoring and support
- Advise stakeholders on best practices and technology solutions
Required Skills & Experience
- 4 6+ years of experience with load balancing technologies
- Hands-on experience with F5 and/or Broadcom AVI (NSX Advanced Load Balancer)
- Experience supporting hybrid environments (on-prem + multi-cloud)
- Strong knowledge of cloud-based load balancing services (e.g., ALB, GSLB)
- Experience with AWS and/or Azure networking
- Strong troubleshooting and network engineering skills
- Experience with traffic analysis and performance optimization
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to automation tools (Ansible, Python)
- Knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRF, VPNs)
- Familiarity with enterprise security policies and best practices
- Experience working in Agile environments
- Relevant network certifications (nice to have)
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder interaction skills
- Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach