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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$120K - $145K *

Explore the opportunity to design and implement cutting-edge IT architecture, driving solutions for complex challenges while leading teams and ensuring adherence to technology standards in a dynamic c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Join a high-impact team to build and operate cutting-edge infrastructure for trading systems. You'll tackle complex challenges in Kubernetes, observability, and CI/CD, driving platform evolution and s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$57K - $108K *

Engineer innovative solutions by integrating software and hardware subsystems. Collaborate with teams to develop requirements and execute system verification, ensuring compliance and contributing to p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Empower the future of naval operations by ensuring accurate AutoCAD drawings for shore installations. Collaborate with experts to enhance C4I capabilities, supporting seamless communication between ta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Transform application delivery by automating workflows and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to build secure AWS infrastructure and integrate security practices, ensuring reliable soft...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Innovate your career as a Senior ITS Engineer, leading toll roadway and transportation technology projects from design to construction, while collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $143K *

Join a team that's evaluating complex business challenges through IT audit and risk assessment. Leverage your expertise in data architecture, AI standards, and blockchain to deliver key insights and d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to build AI-powered tools that enhance storage operations, streamline workflows, and drive adoption of innovative technologies, empowering engineers to work smarter and more effici...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Unlock potential by leading software development for large-scale infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data center capacity and drive innovative solutions that impact mil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network solutions for critical operations. Collaborate with experts to develop specifications and ensure user satisfaction while managing complex network envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise network solutions by developing specifications and managing complex IT projects. Collaborate with vendors and government representatives to ensure optimal ne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Drive the development and management of network solutions, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to address technical challenges and enhance the corporate LAN infr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Transform the future of network engineering by developing specifications and solutions for complex IT challenges, ensuring user satisfaction and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Lead the charge in developing product requirements from inception to conclusion, ensuring user satisfaction and technical accuracy while coordinating with vendors and government representatives on net...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing network solutions from inception to completion. Collaborate with vendors and government representatives to ensure optimal performance of a corporate LAN, while leveragi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Join us in shaping the future of network engineering by developing and managing complex IT solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance of corporate networks and en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of network solutions from inception to completion, ensuring user satisfaction and technical accuracy in a dynamic environment supporting critical telecom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $203K *

Optimize our infrastructure and drive automation as a DevOps Engineer, implementing solutions in AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to enhance service reliability, scalability, and performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing a distributed engineering team focused on network, cloud, and infrastructure operations. Drive capacity planning, incident response, and communication practices to ensure h...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Develop and optimize network solutions from inception to completion, ensuring user satisfaction and compliance with technical specifications for a corporate LAN environment. Collaborate with vendors a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by implementing robust information security programs. Ensure data protection and compliance while collaborating with IT teams to mitigate risks and enhance security measures acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career by building secure data pipelines and optimizing AWS infrastructure for AI-driven automation. Collaborate with experts to transform fragmented data into trusted datasets while ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of enterprise desktop environments by providing expert engineering and support for Windows OS, software deployment, and security configurations in a large-scale federal setting, ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $125K *

Transform network solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining sophisticated systems. Collaborate across teams to implement security protocols and optimize performance, while supporting internat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive advanced analytics initiatives by designing and delivering visual applications that transform complex data into actionable intelligence, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance miss...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.