Senior Public Sector Solutions Architect

F5 Networks, Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 266,000 - 399,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 Networks, Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead technical engagements from Reston, delivering optimal F5 solutions alongside the Sales team. The SA will focus on cloud, AI, DevOps, and security areas while translating business needs into robust designs for customers.

The role requires strong communication, product mastery, and the ability to educate both internal teams and customers. Experience with Linux, virtualization, Kubernetes, and API ecosystems is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related industry experience.
• 5+ years of presales experience.
• BS/BA or equivalent work experience.
• Relevant certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on strategic opportunities within the assigned region and provide technical expertise.
• Evaluate trade-offs between alternatives from technical and business perspectives.
• Act as evangelist and thought leader in your area of technical specialization.
• Learn adjacent technologies to extend core knowledge.
• Collaborate with other solution architects and internal leaders to share ideas and identify customer pain points and trends and identify appropriate F5 solutions.
• Provide technical and business understanding for product launches and updates.

Skills

Public speaking

Presales experience

Product demos

F5 solutions

Linux & Networking

Industry experience

Education

BS/BA or equivalent

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Automation tools

Nginx / Nginx Plus

Job description

F5 Networks, Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead technical engagements from Reston, delivering optimal F5 solutions alongside the Sales team. The SA will focus on cloud, AI, DevOps, and security areas while translating business needs into robust designs for customers.

The role requires strong communication, product mastery, and the ability to educate both internal teams and customers. Experience with Linux, virtualization, Kubernetes, and API ecosystems is essential.