Network Architect Jobs

Discover Network Architect opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Network Architects design and guide the technology networks that keep organizations connected, secure, and ready to grow. Browse roles across industries and find opportunities that align with your experience in enterprise networking, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, and infrastructure strategy.

What Does a Network Architect Do?

Network Architects plan, design, and improve an organization’s network infrastructure. They assess business and technical requirements, select architectures and technologies, and create standards for reliable connectivity across offices, data centers, cloud environments, and remote workforces. The role often includes evaluating performance, availability, scalability, and security while collaborating with engineering, operations, and security teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek expertise in enterprise network design, routing and switching, network security, and cloud connectivity. Familiarity with technologies such as SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls, wireless networks, and software-defined networking may be valuable. Strong analytical, communication, and project leadership skills help architects explain complex tradeoffs and guide implementation. Many positions also value a bachelor’s degree in a related field, relevant certifications, and substantial hands-on experience.

Network Architect Career Opportunities

Network Architect job titles and responsibilities vary by organization. Related opportunities may include Enterprise Network Architect, Cloud Network Architect, Principal Network Architect, Network Solutions Architect, or Infrastructure Architect. Career paths can lead to principal-level architecture, engineering leadership, or broader infrastructure and technology strategy roles.

Find Network Architect Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare employers and responsibilities, and focus your search on positions that match your technical strengths and career goals.

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Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining critical network systems for US and coalition exercises. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and ensure compliance while supporting vital o...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Analyze and troubleshoot network systems to ensure seamless satellite communication. Collaborate with a skilled team to support network infrastructure and cybersecurity efforts in a dynamic environmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and maintaining critical network systems for US and coalition operations. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance network performance and ensure compliance with se...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engineer robust network solutions to support satellite communications, ensuring seamless connectivity and operational efficiency. Collaborate with a dynamic team to troubleshoot and enhance network in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Support and maintain a robust network infrastructure, ensuring stability and security across a dispersed environment. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and troubleshoot connectivity issues...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing technical blueprints to align projects with business goals, ensuring scalability and budget adherence while bridging communication between stakeholders and de...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to bridge business challenges and technology solutions through AI-assisted engineering, automation, and modern software delivery practices, ensuring enterprise-grade quality and govern...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead enterprise IT initiatives by assessing environments, developing solution architectures, and overseeing implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational stand...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team to design and oversee facility projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations. Collaborate with engineers and architects to create innovative solutions that enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Champion innovative software architectures that drive business success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure, scalable solutions while guiding engineering practices and ensuring al...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing VMware infrastructure and optimizing SQL databases. Lead IT support teams, oversee system administration, and ensure seamless end-user support in a dynamic, global network...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Pioneer the design and automation of data center networks for a cutting-edge AI cloud platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, high-performance connectivity across multi-ten...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $124K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our global enterprise network by operating, securing, and evolving services across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availabilit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower business leaders by architecting and delivering AI and automation solutions that enhance operational performance and productivity. Drive measurable outcomes through strategic partnerships and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of network engineering, integrating complex systems and leading innovative solutions in WAN transport and security. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless deplo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced network integration solutions, enhancing enterprise-level WAN environments through innovative technologies and automation. Lead critical engineering efforts to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the integration of complex network systems, ensuring seamless deployment and security compliance while collaborating with engineering teams to meet customer needs and enhance infrastructure effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and supporting Navy network systems, ensuring high-quality data transmission and interoperability across platforms while driving modernization efforts for coalition networ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cutting-edge network infrastructure for AI data centers. Drive performance and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring jun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $240K *

Join a team that's advancing network and security managed services. As a Senior Architect, you will design robust solutions and ensure operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the deployment of cutting-edge Kubernetes solutions for retail, guiding customers through complex implementations while enhancing application performance and manageability at the Edge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $295K *

Lead the charge in developing hybrid enterprise capabilities by integrating cloud technologies and financial processes, while driving migration efforts and collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $234K *

Elevate infrastructure management by leading the design and delivery of distributed services for telemetry, device management, and hardware lifecycle automation, ensuring operational efficiency and re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Architect do?question toggle

    A Network Architect designs and plans an organization’s network infrastructure, including connectivity across offices, data centers, cloud environments, and remote users. They help ensure networks meet requirements for performance, security, reliability, and future growth.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for extensive networking experience, knowledge of network design and security, and familiarity with cloud connectivity and enterprise technologies. A related degree and certifications may be preferred or required for some positions.

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

    Important skills may include network architecture and design, routing and switching, cloud networking, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and familiarity with technologies such as SD-WAN and firewalls. Communication and project leadership skills are also useful.

  • How much do Network Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where you can review compensation details when employers provide them.

  • What related job titles should I search for?question toggle

    Related titles include Enterprise Network Architect, Cloud Network Architect, Principal Network Architect, Network Solutions Architect, and Infrastructure Architect. Job responsibilities and qualifications can differ by employer.