Senior Core Network Engineer

AIG; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development resources

Job summary

AIG is seeking a Load Balancer Solutions Architect in Charlotte, NC, to transform its technology services. You'll lead engineering efforts in enterprise core network and cloud environments, ensuring scalable, resilient network solutions.

This role requires deep expertise in enterprise network engineering and F5 BIG-IP technologies. The position offers a salary range of $99,000–$143,000, with additional bonuses and extensive benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise network engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP platforms required.
• Experience with cloud networking platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering in enterprise core network environments.
• Design scalable and secure traffic management solutions.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex production incidents.

Skills

Enterprise network engineering

F5 BIG-IP platforms

Cloud networking experience

TCP/IP protocols

Scripting and automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering

Tools

F5 BIG-IP

Ansible

Python

Terraform

Job description

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers manage risk. Join us as a Load Balancer Solutions Architect and play a key role in the transformation of our technology services.

What You’ll Do

• Lead engineering in enterprise core network and cloud networking environments across on‑premises and cloud platforms.
• Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure network and traffic management solutions that support enterprise applications and services.
• Engineer and support core routing and switching infrastructure.
• Engineer and support cloud networking architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Engineer and support F5 BIG‑IP technologies (LTM, GTM/DNS, ASM, APM preferred).
• Engineer and support hybrid cloud and data center interconnectivity solutions.
• Serve as the senior technical lead for core network, cloud connectivity, and application delivery infrastructure initiatives.
• Partner closely with network engineering, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, application teams, and vendors to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide expert‑level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex production incidents and performance issues.
• Automate operational tasks and infrastructure workflows using scripting and infrastructure‑as‑code methodologies where applicable.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend strategic improvements that enhance reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives focused on resiliency, automation, observability, and service optimization.
• Mentor operational engineers and provide technical leadership across cross‑functional teams.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects from design through implementation and operational transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of enterprise network engineering experience with deep expertise in core networking, cloud networking, application delivery infrastructure, hybrid cloud connectivity, and enterprise backbone architectures.
• Hands‑on experience with F5 BIG‑IP platforms (LTM required, GTM/DNS preferred) and F5 certifications preferred.
• Experience with AppViewX and enterprise load balancer management platforms.
• Experience with Prisma SASE technologies and cloud networking platforms such as Alkira is considered a strong advantage.
• Exposure to Kubernetes ingress controllers, container networking, and modern application connectivity architectures.
• Working knowledge of network monitoring, telemetry, and observability platforms.
• Experience supporting large enterprise or financial services environments preferred.
• Advanced expertise in enterprise routing and switching technologies.
• Strong cloud networking experience across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Deep expertise with F5 BIG‑IP platforms, including LTM and GTM/DNS.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, SSL/TLS, routing, and switching technologies.
• Knowledge of high‑availability, resiliency, and disaster‑recovery network architectures.
• Knowledge of network segmentation, security frameworks, and enterprise security best practices.
• Experience designing and supporting hybrid connectivity architectures including VPN, AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, and cloud interconnect technologies.
• Proof of designing, implementing, and supporting highly available enterprise network infrastructures at scale.
• Experience with infrastructure automation and scripting tools such as Ansible, Python, Terraform, and REST APIs.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex technical issues in high‑pressure environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively partnering with technical and business teams.
• Strong project delivery, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Results‑oriented mindset with ownership, accountability, and urgency.

Compensation & Benefits

For positions based in Jersey City, NJ, the base salary range is $99,000–$143,000. The position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the applicable incentive plan. AIG offers a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and professional development resources.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].

Background Check

AIG reserves the right to conduct a criminal background check, tailored to the requirements of a job, after a conditional employment offer is made. AIG does not automatically exclude any applicant with a criminal conviction for a job or a class of jobs, unless otherwise required by law. For more information about Philadelphia law specifically, visit the following link: http://www.phila.gov/HumanRelations/PDF/BTB POSTER FINAL_3-9-16.pdf

Functional Area

IT – Information Technology