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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$128K - $214K *

Lead the charge in enhancing and maintaining a robust Windows environment, ensuring operational excellence and security within a collaborative team. Drive innovation in a dynamic Big Data ecosystem wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by enhancing architecture, automating security tools, and ensuring robust incident response across diverse environments, while collaborating with IT teams to maintain an...

3 weeks ago

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

$139K - $229K *

Join a team that's transforming development infrastructure to enhance the developer experience. Lead strategic initiatives that improve tools, scalability, and reliability for thousands of developers...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $147K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, automating workflows, and enhancing security. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems and ensure compliance while optimizing perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $136K *

Help us build robust IT infrastructure by automating processes and enhancing systems. You'll support engineering and operations, ensuring seamless access and compliance while reducing support volume t...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $143K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional IT service management for the Air Force, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while overseeing local service delivery and aligning with e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance the efficiency of enterprise systems by managing and supporting Windows servers, implementing new technologies, and enhancing operational procedures within a mixed customer environment...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Empower your career by leading impactful IT projects that enhance infrastructure and technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and deliver outstanding service...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional service. Collaborate with teams to track milestones, optimize processes, and enhan...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize cloud and network solutions by working collaboratively on 5G Core deployments, leveraging your technical expertise to enhance customer confidence and operational efficiency within our innovat...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by analyzing user needs and enhancing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and implement innovative solutions in a dyn...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $114K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by protecting critical systems and enabling secure tech innovation. Lead investigations, conduct assessments, and collaborate across teams to enhance security posture wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance systems engineering initiatives by supporting PMO with critical documentation, data gathering, and analysis. Collaborate on requirements verification and lifecycle planning to enhance project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and maintain cybersecurity solutions across mission-critical networks. Leverage your expertise in vulnerability management and system administration to enhance securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $198K *

Lead comprehensive network deployment initiatives, ensuring seamless equipment fulfillment and installation across global locations while mentoring junior technicians and maintaining operational excel...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $198K *

Provide expert technical support for global equipment deployment, ensuring seamless installation and configuration of systems. Lead initiatives, mentor junior staff, and coordinate logistics to enhanc...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform mission-critical IT services by validating and testing solutions in a dynamic lab environment. Collaborate with engineering and cybersecurity teams to ensure robust performance and security...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion a robust Identity and Access Management program while supporting enterprise infrastructure initiatives. Ensure secure access, manage endpoints, and enhance IT operations in a dynamic environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Engineer and optimize our network infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. Collaborate with IT teams to manage LAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN technologies while implementing best practi...

Quesnel, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join our dynamic IT team as a Network Administrator, where you'll manage and optimize our network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security while working with cutting-edge technologies to enha...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to enhance developer productivity by owning the build system, CI pipelines, and environments. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to optimize release processes and improve metric...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving IP strategy through collaboration with R&D teams, conducting prior art searches, and managing patent portfolios. Support litigation, training, and enforce IP rights, ensuri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Shape the cloud infrastructure landscape by ensuring security, scalability, and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers to build resilient systems and drive best practices, enabling smooth deployment a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower security initiatives by bridging technical operations with product development. This role enhances payment processing security while collaborating cross-functionally to integrate marketable se...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$235K - $250K *

Transform engineering leadership by building resilient platforms and teams. Drive strategic initiatives in SRE, DevOps, and AI adoption while ensuring operational excellence and incident management ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.