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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$110K - $130K *

Transform customer cybersecurity needs into scalable solutions by collaborating with sales teams and leading technical discussions. Leverage your expertise to design architectures, support presentatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams and clients to identify needs, develop architectures, and deliver tailored recommendations. Leverage your expertise to drive technical v...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to cybersecurity solutions by partnering with sales teams to assess customer needs, develop scalable architectures, and deliver technical presentations. Engage with stakeholders to ensure e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Champion cybersecurity solutions by collaborating with sales teams to assess customer needs, design scalable architectures, and deliver impactful presentations, ensuring alignment between technology a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Elevate security measures by implementing and maintaining robust Linux systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and safeguard mission-critical environments while leveragin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with an innovative team designing and managing a Kubernetes control plane for seamless deployment and operations, ensuring production reliability, customer onboarding, and infrastruct...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of enterprise cloud solutions by designing, implementing, and supporting robust Azure infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $185K *

Empower our dynamic team by leveraging your DevOps expertise to enhance cloud infrastructure, automate deployment processes, and ensure service reliability. Join us in a hybrid environment to innovate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing enterprise Azure cloud architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and best practices while guiding teams through cloud migration and modernization init...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Optimize and secure Windows-based and cloud infrastructures while ensuring compliance with NERC CIP standards. Drive automation, enhance system reliability, and collaborate across teams to support app...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $194K *

Join a high-trust team to drive cloud platform innovation using AWS and Kubernetes. Own infrastructure as code with Terraform, enhance security compliance, and mentor engineers while tackling complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, automated cloud infrastructure on AWS GovCloud. Leverage your extensive IT expertise to lead critical transitions, mentor engineers, and communicate eff...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a System Integration Engineer, ensuring seamless software implementations and technical support for monitoring solutions while enhancing project efficiency through collaboration...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Elevate your career by safeguarding information systems and data. As an IT Security Engineer, you'll design and implement security measures, monitor network activity, and respond to incidents, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing large-scale network infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance global Edge/Backbone networks, ensuring efficient capacity...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $232K *

Engage in the development of high-quality IP blocks and subsystems, optimizing logic designs for power, performance, and area. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and drive quality...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Join us to manage and maintain Linux and Windows systems for classified data, ensuring operational availability and troubleshooting technical issues in a dynamic federal program environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-critical data center operations. As a Site Engineer II, you'll ensure optimal performance of electrical and mechanical systems, contributing to 24/7...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $107K *

Transform the security landscape by leading advanced cyber security initiatives for interconnected E-911 and CJIS networks, ensuring robust protection and compliance while mentoring staff and managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $130K *

Support the design and direction of Azure CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code, driving architectural decisions and enhancing team capabilities while fostering collaboration between DevOps and application...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of innovative cloud solutions, enhancing financial crime compliance systems through AI and modern technologies while mentoring teams and drivi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Drive the automation and reliability of cloud infrastructure, leveraging your expertise in Kubernetes, AWS, and CI/CD. Collaborate with teams to enhance deployment processes and ensure scalable, high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $194K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative technical solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure design and development, ensuring alignment with business needs and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in the energy sector by leading grid interconnection efforts for utility-scale projects. Drive technical execution, manage utility relationships, and ensure project feasibility through expert...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.