F5 Lab Network Engineer II 

United States, California, San Jose 

624827458

POSITION SUMMARY:

a skilled and motivatedLab Engineerto support the Spokane Product Development Lab. This role plays a critical part in enabling both production systems and flexible testing environments for our Test and Product Development teams. You willbe responsible forsetting up, configuring, and

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up, configure, document, andmaintainLinux and Windows systems, network devices, and virtualization platforms in the lab.

• network cabling, rack setup, and physical infrastructure planning.

• Configure and managenetworking components, including VLANs, routing, switching, andfirewallrules.

• Deploy and managevirtualization technologiessuch asVMware, OpenStack, KVM, and XCP-ng

• Maintain andoptimizestorage systemsused in lab environments.

• Perform regularaudits of configuration and inventory datato ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Create andmaintainscripts and toolsto automate lab configuration, provisioning, and usability.

• Troubleshoot and resolvelab and network outages, hardware failures, and system performance issues.

• Helpdesk ticketsfrom lab users ina timelyand professional manner.

• IT and Facilities

• Participate in thedesign, monitoring, and improvementof lab services and infrastructure.

• Ensure properdocumentationof lab systems, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Own and manageend-to-end lab operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of lab environments.

• Perform Regular audits of labs – Server racks Power, Stock Maintenance in lab.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• SKILLSAND ABILITIES:

• Strong experience in Linux and Windows systems administration.

• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking: switch configuration, VLANs, routing protocols, andfirewallrules.

• Experience with storage technologies and capacity planning.

• Scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, or similar languages.

• Understanding of web technologies including HTTP, HTML, and JavaScript.

• Solid grasp of IP networking fundamentals: L2, L3, and L4–L7 protocols.

• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues independently.

• Experience with lab infrastructure planning, including cabling, power, and cooling.

• in virtualization platforms: VMware, OpenStack, KVM, XCP-ng.

• Experience with Infoblox for IP address management and DNS/DHCP services.

• Familiarity with Network Configuration Manager (NCM) for device configuration backups.

• Exposure to switching authentication protocols (802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS).

• Experience in datacenterenvironments (production or dev/lab).

• QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)

• -7+ years of experience in enterprise network environments& Physical Lab Understanding

• -5+ years of experience with virtualization platforms

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Experience with python or other scripting is a plus​

• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills

• Ability to quickly learn and adoptnew technologies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Duties may require occasional work outside normal hours (evenings/weekends).

• Work performed in a lab or office environment with regular use of computers and lab equipment.

• May involve physical tasks such as racking hardware, cabling, and lifting equipment.

• Should be available in on-prem lab location for any Hands-on requirements for Product Development Teams