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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting IT systems management and operations. Engage in problem resolution and performance enhancements across various platforms, ensuring reliability and efficiency within o...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $326K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of streaming infrastructure by designing and developing scalable systems. As a key technical leader, you'll drive architectural decisions and foster collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $340K *

Pioneer secure infrastructure solutions by establishing standards and patterns for cloud security. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement best practices, manage risks, and mentor peers, shapi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $175K *

Help us lead systems engineering for endpoint management and support across diverse technical environments. This role involves ensuring system integration and lifecycle management while navigating com...

Reposted yesterday

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing secure integrations for federal systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to deliver reliable services and enhance user outcomes in a remote enviro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$57K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing systems engineering across all phases, from concept to disposal. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution while working...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $88K *

Help us drive innovation in systems engineering by providing hands-on support for complex integrated systems. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance performance and reliability in diverse environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Optimize IT operations by supporting utility grid applications and systems. Ensure minimal downtime during outages through effective troubleshooting and collaboration. Contribute to system upgrades an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $187K *

Explore innovative cloud solutions as you design, implement, and automate services to enhance reliability and developer experience, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excel...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and securing our hybrid cloud infrastructure. As an Infrastructure Administrator, you'll ensure reliable operations, troubleshoot issues, and support upgrad...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Optimize finance systems by administering and enhancing ERP solutions, ensuring seamless integration and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive system improvements and suppor...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining finance technology by managing and enhancing our ERP systems. Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and IT to implement solutions, drive system improvements, and ensure d...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $108K *

Optimize executive technology experiences by providing high-touch IT support. In this role, you'll deliver personalized assistance to senior leadership, ensuring seamless technology use in corporate a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $273K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on automating deployment and configuration for Kubernetes-based applications, enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions and AI-driven...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Support our team by designing and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines, optimizing build performance, and ensuring reliable software releases in a secure on-premises environment, while collaborating...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead commissioning activities for critical projects and collaborate closely with internal teams and trade partners to ensure seamless execution and compliance across all phases of construction...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and optimizing network systems, ensuring performance and security. Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and implement upgrades while collaborating with teams...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform mission-critical systems through hands-on integration and support. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and maintain operational readiness in a secure environment, ensuring sea...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K *

Empower your career as a SecOps Engineer II, safeguarding systems by identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, managing incidents, and enhancing security processes across teams with a focus...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our infrastructure by ensuring reliability and scalability while managing incident responses and on-call rotations. Collaborate with engineering teams to meet their needs and drive improvement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K *

Transform your career by implementing and monitoring cloud security controls. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance system integrity and enforce security policies across various cloud environme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $189K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs, ensuring compliance and safety for mission-critical power and cooling products. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate systems, manage changes, and execute...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing business applications and systems. You'll provide critical support, manage integrations, and ensure compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Systems Engineer, leveraging your expertise in enterprise environments to support critical government initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performan...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $178K *

Empower a dynamic team by driving technical planning and system integration, ensuring effective solutions that meet customer requirements while navigating technical, schedule, and cost constraints in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.