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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$160K - $270K *

Lead the design and operation of scalable cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security while optimizing developer productivity and automating processes across environments...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Join our team to design, install, and maintain cutting-edge VTC/AV systems across multiple locations, ensuring secure and reliable collaboration capabilities for a diverse range of technical communica...

Reposted today

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead day-to-day IT administration, enhancing infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives while collaborating with engineering teams to streamline operations and drive technical solutions for organiza...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Optimize backend operations by supporting Java microservices, ensuring system reliability and performance through proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams i...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of IT by designing and maintaining secure networking and cybersecurity technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance architecture and solutions for cloud and on-premises environ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $156K *

Lead the charge in optimizing high-performance data center operations, focusing on server hardware troubleshooting, Linux support, and advanced reliability initiatives to elevate system stability and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI-driven technology for compliance, security, and search workflows. Collaborate with a diverse team to design architecture, implement systems, and shape produ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$280K - $300K *

Drive the establishment of infrastructure standards and governance, ensuring a scalable, resilient global environment. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational practices, manage lifecycle go...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing a complex network environment, ensuring optimal system performance, and solving hardware/software issues efficiently while supporting end users and maintaining document...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Join us to drive innovation and excellence in network engineering. Your expertise will influence the design, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale telecommunication infrastructures, ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $124K *

Lead the charge in advanced macOS support, managing complex incidents and serving as a key liaison between frontline teams and engineering. Drive operational excellence and mentor junior technicians i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$265K - $300K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to deliver impactful solutions, drive technical excellence, and foster a culture of growth and collaboration while navigating complex challenges in a modern...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K *

Join a dynamic team as a hands-on Data Center Hardware & Cabling Engineer. Support hardware installation, cable management, and asset tracking in a fast-paced environment, ensuring operational excelle...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Advance the future of desktop engineering by developing and implementing robust OS deployment solutions for a complex government client, ensuring seamless software distribution and security compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of systems administration by managing upgrades, troubleshooting, and ensuring security compliance across Linux and Windows environments. Collaborate on cloud architecture and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading project delivery in IT and low voltage systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, manage, and implement innovative solutions that meet diverse project needs...

3 days ago

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

$98K - $167K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of federal access by leveraging your DevOps expertise to manage cloud infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure security compliance while collaborating with...

Reston, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $167K *

Shape the future of federal access by overseeing infrastructure management, cloud services, and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance security and efficiency while ensuring high avai...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$111K - $211K *

Lead the charge in cloud security and Linux support for diverse R&D projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance computing environments, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and maintain centralized infras...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage engineering activities for complex information systems, guiding teams in requirements and solutions engineering. Oversee system integration and ensure timely delivery of geospatial intelligence...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud operations and customer support. Leverage your expertise in AWS, Terraform, and networking to design, build, and maintain robust hosting environments wh...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project success by leading software implementations in a dynamic SaaS environment. Manage multiple projects, foster collaboration, and drive results while ensuring alignment with client expect...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving infrastructure excellence and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliable software delivery and system performance in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative software solutions. As a full-stack developer, you'll design, build, and maintain applications while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $172K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex valve projects, ensuring timely execution and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks, enhance profitability, and drive su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.