Explore Network Architect Jobs

Network architects design and guide the evolution of the systems that connect an organization’s people, applications, data centers, and cloud environments. They turn business and technical requirements into secure, reliable, and scalable network designs. Browse vetted Network Architect opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Network Architects Do

In this senior technology role, professionals develop network architecture, evaluate infrastructure needs, and plan implementations across areas such as routing and switching, wireless, data centers, and cloud connectivity. They may set technical standards, assess vendors, guide migrations, and partner with security, infrastructure, and application teams to keep systems resilient and ready to grow.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive experience with enterprise networking, architecture frameworks, network security, and high-availability design. Familiarity with cloud platforms, software-defined networking, automation, and infrastructure as code can also be valuable. Strong communication and project leadership skills help architects explain complex tradeoffs and align technical plans with business goals. Requirements vary by employer and role.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Network Architect opportunities span industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and government. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on enterprise, cloud, data center, security, or wireless architecture. Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Find Your Next Network Architect Role

Explore current Network Architect listings on Ladders and compare roles by responsibilities, required skills, and workplace expectations. Keep your résumé current with examples of network designs, modernization projects, security improvements, and measurable results to help employers understand the impact of your work.

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$150K - $190K *

Lead the strategic oversight and coordination of mission-critical MEP systems throughout design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases, ensuring successful project delivery and adherence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $138K *

Manage complex data center deployment projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment among stakeholders. Oversee planning, execution, and closeout while maintaining budget and risk controls in fast...

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3 days ago

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

$120K - $144K *

Lead the charge in client acquisition and revenue growth for critical infrastructure projects, driving end-to-end sales lifecycle and building trusted partnerships across data center automation for hi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $181K *

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

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$72K - $90K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Empower your career by leveraging your expertise in OT/IoT security to drive innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients and sales teams to enhance cybersecurity offerings and deliver impactful pre...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative OT/IoT security solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance their cybersecurity posture while developing new service offerings that align with business ob...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Unlock potential by serving as a customer-facing security expert, guiding clients through OT/IoT security projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security offerings and drive business objec...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative OT/IoT security solutions while collaborating with clients to enhance their cybersecurity posture. Utilize your expertise to educate teams and develop new serv...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Engage partners by driving technical enablement and solution design. Collaborate across teams to empower resellers and integrators, ensuring successful adoption and growth of innovative solutions thro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Engineer the future of edge-AI by converting customer evaluations into design wins. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize workloads on our innovative Chimera architecture, shaping the next ge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$286K - $326K *

Empower high-performing teams to innovate banking solutions in the cloud. Drive technical strategy, coach engineers, and enhance delivery for a resilient, scalable platform. Foster a culture of contin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $154K *

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Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Arlington, VARemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in data center electrica...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electrical designs for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with global teams on high-profile projects. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities and the flexibility of r...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$92K - $153K *

Drive the design and implementation of security controls in AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security frameworks while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance secure CI/CD proc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Architect do?question toggle

    A Network Architect plans and designs an organization’s network infrastructure, including connectivity, security, capacity, and resilience. The role often includes setting technical standards and guiding complex implementations or upgrades.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Network Architect jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial enterprise networking experience and knowledge of network protocols, security, cloud connectivity, and high-availability design. Relevant certifications may be preferred, while specific requirements vary by position.

  • Which skills are important for a Network Architect?question toggle

    Important skills may include network design, routing and switching, network security, cloud networking, troubleshooting, and technical documentation. Communication, strategic planning, and collaboration are also valuable in senior architecture roles.

  • How much do Network Architects earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Network Architect opportunities when available.

  • Where can Network Architects find jobs?question toggle

    Network Architects work across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and government. Search Ladders for vetted roles and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.