IT Infrastructure Engineer Jobs

IT infrastructure engineers design, build, secure, and maintain the technology foundations that keep organizations running. Their work can span cloud platforms, servers, storage, networks, operating systems, data centers, and automation. Explore vetted IT Infrastructure Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What IT Infrastructure Engineers Do

These professionals plan and operate reliable infrastructure, troubleshoot complex issues, improve performance, and help protect systems from security threats. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on cloud environments, enterprise networking, systems administration, infrastructure as code, disaster recovery, or a combination of these areas.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with cloud services, Linux or Windows systems, networking, virtualization, scripting, monitoring, and security practices. Familiarity with automation and infrastructure-as-code tools can also be valuable. Specific qualifications vary by role, industry, and the scale of the environment.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

IT Infrastructure Engineers work across industries and may advance into senior engineering, cloud architecture, infrastructure management, or platform engineering positions. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore high-paying opportunities.

Find Your Next IT Infrastructure Engineer Role

Search IT Infrastructure Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities aligned with your technical strengths and career goals. Review role requirements, compare positions, and find openings where you can help build dependable, scalable technology environments.

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$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career as a Senior IT Engineer, driving operational excellence and technical leadership in a dynamic global IT environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, streamline processe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Empower your career as a DevOps Engineer, driving cloud infrastructure innovation, automation, and scaling within a dynamic team. Your expertise will enhance service reliability in a hybrid work envir...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading Azure cloud architecture and governance initiatives. Drive secure solutions, support hybrid environments, and guide cloud transformation efforts while providing technica...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $180K *

Lead the engineering direction and modernization of complex network and telephony services. Shape multi-year strategies, implement scalable solutions, and drive cross-enterprise initiatives to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise network and telephony services. Drive modernization and reliability while leading cross-enterprise initiatives and establishing standards for connec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering direction and modernization of complex network and telephony services, shaping multi-year strategies and driving cross-enterprise initiatives to enhance connectivity and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Elevate enterprise network and telephony services by leading modernization efforts, shaping technical direction, and establishing standards for connectivity and communication across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Engineer and maintain scalable infrastructure solutions, automate systems, and support cloud deployments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance platform services and mentor junior staff in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's responsible for building and maintaining a scalable, secure, and performant Linux infrastructure through automation and modern tooling, ensuring high availability and adherence to b...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $154K *

Elevate team performance by coordinating and commissioning projects, ensuring effective security design and implementation while managing multiple priorities and fostering a culture of continuous impr...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Develop robust software solutions for Edge Infrastructure, enabling seamless content distribution across Apple's global services. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance systems, architecture, and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a hands-on Systems Administrator role, supporting multi-site infrastructure and Microsoft 365 administration. Travel up to 50% to deliver on-site technical expertise and ensure s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you lead IT initiatives, enhance client partnerships, and drive technology solutions across diverse environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional servic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive technical leadership for customer deployments, ensuring solutions meet requirements from design to delivery. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain quality throughout the project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing Factory automation and IT infrastructure strategy, focusing on modernization and innovation. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure secure, hi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$139K - $282K *

Shape the future of infrastructure solutions by designing and delivering robust cloud, on-premise, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to create secure, scalable, and efficient infr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $225K *

Transform complex IT initiatives by guiding requirements gathering, implementation, and operational transition. Collaborate with leadership and technical teams to enhance enterprise services and impro...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$128K - $214K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing enterprise-level virtualized environments. Collaborate on full-lifecycle systems administration and optimize scalable storage solutions while presenting tech...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K *

Explore innovative infrastructure solutions, enhancing virtualization and storage systems while ensuring reliability and scalability for future growth. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize perfo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and modernizing Linux and virtualization infrastructure, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with diverse teams to meet e...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K *

Innovate infrastructure solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining Linux and virtualization environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and performance, ensuring systems meet c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K *

Drive the design and modernization of Linux and virtualization infrastructure, ensuring reliable operations and supporting growth through innovative solutions and effective management of complex envir...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Manage and deliver network infrastructure projects efficiently across diverse environments. You'll coordinate resources and stakeholders while navigating complex operational landscapes to ensure proje...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing enterprise ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform performance and user experienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Champion the development and deployment of complex software solutions, leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and team collaboration...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Infrastructure Engineer do?question toggle

    An IT Infrastructure Engineer designs, implements, and maintains the systems that support an organization’s technology, such as cloud platforms, servers, storage, networks, and operating systems. The role commonly includes troubleshooting, automation, performance improvements, and infrastructure security.

  • What skills are commonly required for IT Infrastructure Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include cloud platforms, Linux or Windows administration, networking, virtualization, scripting, monitoring, and security fundamentals. Some positions also seek experience with automation, infrastructure as code, and disaster recovery.

  • How much do IT Infrastructure Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by experience, location, employer, and specialization. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, including qualifying IT Infrastructure Engineer opportunities.

  • Where do IT Infrastructure Engineers work?question toggle

    IT Infrastructure Engineers work in organizations across industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government. They may support on-premises data centers, cloud environments, or hybrid infrastructure.

  • What career paths can follow an IT Infrastructure Engineer role?question toggle

    With additional experience, IT Infrastructure Engineers may move into senior or lead engineering roles, cloud architecture, platform engineering, infrastructure management, or related security and operations positions.