Sr. Staff Network Engineer - Perimeter

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Staff Network Engineer with extensive experience in F5 technologies and network management. This role involves configuring and troubleshooting application load balancing systems to support global operations. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid environment, contributing to a collaborative team focused on maintaining high service levels for diverse applications. With a commitment to innovation and operational excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact network infrastructure on a global scale. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion while delivering top-tier entertainment experiences.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience with F5 devices and network technologies.
• Proficient in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and network security.

Responsibilities

• Configure and troubleshoot F5 devices for application load balancing.
• Develop technical documentation for NetOps teams and manage reporting.

Skills

F5 LTM

F5 GTM

F5 ASM

F5 AFM

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

VLANs

Network Security

Process Automation

Education

F5 Certified Solution Expert

CCNP Routing and Switch Certified

Tools

BIG-IQ

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Equity and initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

NBCUniversal’s Operations and Technology group is looking for a Senior Staff Network Engineer with deep and broad knowledge across network technologies with specific expertise in application load balancing to support NBC globally. The successful candidate must have experience with F5 deployments and be able to work with a diverse customer base to deliver the appropriate SLA for applications. The candidate will be part of a larger network engineering team working hybrid at one of NBC's core production facilities in Universal City, Denver, NYC, or Miami.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

1. 12+ years’ experience configuring and troubleshooting F5 LTM, GTM, ASM, AFM.
2. Experience in deploying, configuring, and managing F5 devices via BIG-IQ for policy management, software upgrades, and reporting.
3. Proficiency in using TC for the creation and maintenance of iRules.
4. Experience with BIG-IQ Centralized Management API.
5. Solid understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and fundamental network security concepts.
6. Work in hybrid environment commutable to one of NBC's core production locations (Universal City, Denver, NYC, Miami).
7. Develop and update technical documentation for 24/7 NetOps teams to support initial troubleshooting and triage efforts.
8. Be part of a global SRE on-call rotation support Tier3/4 escalation.
9. Manage reporting and dashboards for overall network infrastructure to ensure hardware and software lifecycle is visible and managed in accordance with requirements.
10. Experience with Process Automation and Product Lifecycle management.
11. Extensive experience working with Internal Audit and Cyber teams to define, develop, adjust, and document compliance-related network infrastructure requirements, objectives, and deliverables.

Desired Characteristics:

1. F5 Certified Solution Expert/ Palo Alto Network PCSAE/PCNSE Certified or equivalent experience.
2. CCNP Routing and Switch Certified or 5 years+ enterprise network engineering and operations experience.
3. Experience with development of ServiceNow CMDB Workflow and Processes, API and automating workflows.
4. Strong experience with vendor management, OEM platform and software review and Bug Scrubbing.
5. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and help integrate security measures into the deployment process.

Additional Requirements:

1. Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to creed, expression, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].