IT Operations Engineer Jobs

Explore IT Operations Engineer jobs for experienced professionals who keep business technology reliable, secure, and ready to scale. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles across enterprise IT, cloud platforms, infrastructure, and production operations.

What Does an IT Operations Engineer Do?

IT Operations Engineers maintain and improve the systems organizations rely on every day. Responsibilities may include monitoring infrastructure, resolving incidents, managing deployments and configuration, automating routine work, supporting cloud environments, and strengthening availability and security. The scope varies by employer, platform, and seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with operating systems, networks, cloud services, scripting, monitoring, and incident response. Familiarity with infrastructure as code, containers, IT service management practices, and security controls can also be valuable. Communication, troubleshooting, and clear documentation help engineers work effectively across technical and business teams.

Career Paths and Opportunities

IT Operations Engineers may advance into senior or lead engineering roles, site reliability engineering, cloud or infrastructure architecture, IT operations management, or platform engineering. Opportunities are available across industries that depend on resilient technology, including finance, healthcare, software, and professional services.

Find IT Operations Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for IT Operations Engineer openings and related senior technology roles. Explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities based on responsibilities, location, work arrangement, and the experience employers seek.

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$125K - $150K *

Join our team to enhance the operational health of AI provider endpoints. You'll ensure fast, reliable routing and proactive problem detection, contributing to a seamless experience for our customers...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $117K *

Accelerate progress at large-scale data centers by leveraging your network expertise to monitor, maintain, and optimize both InfiniBand and Ethernet networks while ensuring peak performance in high-pe...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Innovate mission-critical computing architectures and strategies, addressing complex technology challenges across cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Transform mission-critical computing environments by developing architectures and technology strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze complex problems and create actionable recommendations...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Shape the future of mission-critical computing by developing innovative architectures and technology strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges in cloud computin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage complex healthcare projects, enhancing clinical processes and service delivery. Collaborate with teams to develop plans, manage budgets, and ensure quality standards throughout the pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $161K *

Advance your career by managing the roadmap for innovative AMZL delivery stations. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive impactful product development while ensuring alignment with strategic goals a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of technical support by resolving complex issues, collaborating with teams, and training staff to enhance customer experiences and optimize services in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Optimize system reliability by monitoring critical applications, troubleshooting incidents, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure seamless operations. Join a mission-driven team dedicated t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enterprise network solutions as a Senior Network Engineer. Collaborate across diverse technologies to ensure effective deployment, integration, and support while utilizing industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex projects that enhance clinical processes and service delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality standards, manage budgets, and drive e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic infrastructure and security team. Drive performance, stability, and innovative solutions while ensuring secure and reliable technology environments...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $87K *

Join a team that's paving the way in healthcare data engineering. You'll develop and maintain data pipelines, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with experts to ensure data accuracy across diverse e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Champion secure Microsoft systems administration to enhance Navy operations. Lead enterprise-level infrastructure management, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards while mentoring junior st...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead robust cloud infrastructure solutions in AWS and AWS GovCloud, ensuring CI/CD and security compliance across environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize deployment and operational processes...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $165K *

Innovate and enhance DevOps processes for complex DoD cybersecurity applications. Automate integration and deployment, manage virtual environments, and ensure system stability while collaborating with...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $161K *

Transform logistics by leading innovative engineering solutions for next-generation delivery stations. Drive product delivery from concept to execution, collaborating across teams to optimize last mil...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a senior IT engineering role, where you'll support, maintain, and enhance corporate computing systems while collaborating across teams to ensure IT reliability and performance in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $131K *

Lead the design and maintenance of secure OT network infrastructures, ensuring reliable connectivity and cybersecurity for critical industrial operations while integrating emerging technologies like A...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful project management by leading teams, fostering client relationships, and ensuring successful project execution. Utilize strategic thinking and effective communication to navigate cha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Innovate network solutions by designing and implementing secure LAN/WAN infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure compliance in a dynamic government environment, lever...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower enterprise clients by resolving complex production issues and optimizing ICE Mortgage Technology solutions. Leverage Encompass expertise to enhance workflows, ensure compliance, and drive stra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing our CI/CD ecosystem, bridging legacy systems with Azure cloud solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance deployment infrastructure and ensure scalable, secure enviro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Operations Engineer do?question toggle

    An IT Operations Engineer helps keep an organization's technology systems available and dependable. The work can include infrastructure monitoring, troubleshooting incidents, managing configurations and deployments, automating tasks, and supporting cloud and network environments.

  • What skills are commonly required for IT Operations Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but often include experience with operating systems, networking, cloud platforms, scripting, monitoring, and incident response. Employers may also value automation, infrastructure as code, security knowledge, and strong communication skills.

  • How much do IT Operations Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, where available salary information can help you evaluate individual openings.

  • What careers can follow an IT Operations Engineer role?question toggle

    Possible paths include senior or lead IT operations engineering, site reliability engineering, cloud engineering, infrastructure architecture, platform engineering, and IT operations leadership.

  • Where can I find IT Operations Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for IT Operations Engineer roles and related technology opportunities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.