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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$75K - $90K *

Champion the administration and support of enterprise application platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with IT teams and vendors to enhance system performance and documentation wh...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming a mission-focused product suite for broader DoD deployment. Drive software development, enhance key management services, and collaborate across teams to ensure robust...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance IT governance, risk management, and compliance. Drive policy development, conduct audits, and ensure regulatory adherence while collaborating across departments to stren...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving IT governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with teams to develop policies, conduct audits, and ensure regulatory adherence while fostering a se...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion IT governance and compliance by developing policies, conducting audits, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with teams to ensure regulatory adherence and enhance cybersecurity measures across t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $244K *

Innovate your career by shaping enterprise hosting-platform strategies and governance. Drive complex initiatives across diverse teams, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructure solutions...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $140K *

Transform the future of IT integration by ensuring secure, reliable operations of advanced systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support senior government staff and enhance infrastructure for in...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Strategize and oversee IT infrastructure and operations, leading multi-disciplinary teams to enhance service delivery, ensure enterprise resilience, and drive automation and AI adoption across hybrid...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, automating deployments, and ensuring high availability for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure by leading the design, automation, and deployment of scalable systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance mission-critical applications and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading systems integration for complex rail projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, ensuring seamless design, installation, and commissioning phases while driving in...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by leading systems integration for complex rail projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, ensuring seamless design, installation, and commissioning phases while driving in...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $134K *

Transform IT infrastructure by leading a dynamic team, managing projects, and aligning technology initiatives with organizational goals to ensure reliable and secure services. Collaborate with stakeho...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $220K *

Innovate by designing and automating High-Performance Computing environments on AWS. Leverage your expertise in Terraform, Python, and Linux to build scalable solutions and optimize performance in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $123K *

Shape the future of project management by supporting dynamic teams, tracking action items, and facilitating communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success and deliver impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading change management efforts for a major technology transformation. Drive stakeholder engagement, develop training programs, and ensure successful adoption of new systems i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and secure cloud container solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance client environments and drive mission-critical change in a fast-paced DevOps role...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by delivering innovative IT and OT solutions in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance while p...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing expert network architecture and security solutions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across all DFAS enclaves while maintaining secure configurations and tro...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform network security and architecture by leveraging your expertise in advanced technologies and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure operations and ensure secure configur...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Transform virtual desktop infrastructure by engineering, administering, and optimizing VDI solutions. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, enhance security, and ensure reliable service de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $378K *

Champion the technical vision for OpenHouse and LinkedIn's data lake technologies. Lead cross-team initiatives, mentor engineers, and design scalable, reliable systems while engaging with open-source...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and integrating automation systems for microgrid power plants. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high-availability operations, focusing on SCADA and DCS techno...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of telecommunications and security design by leading project initiatives, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative solutions that meet client needs an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.