Explore Network Engineer Jobs

Network engineers design, build, secure, and maintain the systems that keep organizations connected. From enterprise networks and data centers to cloud infrastructure and telecommunications, these professionals help ensure reliable, high-performing access to business-critical applications and services. Explore vetted Network Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Network Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by organization and seniority, but often include planning network architecture, configuring routers and switches, monitoring performance, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and improving availability. Network engineers may also support wireless networks, firewalls, VPNs, cloud platforms, and disaster recovery plans. Collaboration with security, systems, and application teams is common.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with routing and switching, network protocols, firewalls, load balancing, and network monitoring tools. Familiarity with cloud networking, automation, scripting, and infrastructure as code can be valuable as organizations modernize their environments. Relevant certifications may include Cisco CCNP or CCIE, Juniper certifications, and cloud credentials, though requirements vary by role.

Career Paths in Network Engineering

Network engineers can specialize in areas such as cloud networking, network security, wireless infrastructure, data center operations, or telecommunications. With experience, professionals may advance to senior network engineer, network architect, infrastructure engineering leader, or network operations management roles.

Find Network Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Discover Network Engineer opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Use Ladders to explore vetted openings, compare role requirements, and identify positions aligned with your experience and career goals. Job availability and compensation depend on the employer, location, and qualifications.

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$103K - $181K *

Empower a dynamic Agile team in developing critical mission applications, utilizing your expertise in enterprise software development and fostering effective collaboration to enhance solutions for com...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive innovative security solutions, engaging with customers and partners to address their unique challenges. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and engineering to enhance operati...

Philadelphia, PARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive collaboration with sales teams to identify prospects and deliver tailored security solutions, addressing technical challenges and enhancing customer engagement through education and presentation...

Dover, DERemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$232K - $368K *

Partner with us to shape innovative production test solutions for complex networking systems. Collaborate across teams to align strategies, enhance capabilities, and drive efficiency in testing proces...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $243K *

Unlock potential by leading AI infrastructure planning and network architecture. Collaborate with clients to design scalable solutions for high-performance computing and AI workloads, ensuring optimal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $260K *

Lead the charge in securing global systems as a Cybersecurity Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure architectures while ensuring compliance with critical s...

Carlsbad, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$127K - $133K *

Elevate your career by managing vulnerability remediation in cloud environments. Collaborate with technical teams to analyze security risks, prioritize vulnerabilities, and implement effective solutio...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales teams to identify prospects, educate clients on solutions, and drive impactful meetings that address security challenges and deliver tailo...

Raleigh, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your electrical engineering expertise to support military vessel operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, reliable electrical systems while managing design and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $201K *

Join us to lead the charge in cybersecurity as a Network Engineer Expert, ensuring robust enterprise network security solutions. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges and drive innovatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $155K *

Optimize mission-critical satellite communications systems through installation, testing, and maintenance. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational readiness and reliability across global...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$127K - $160K *

Engineer scalable cloud platforms by automating processes and enhancing reliability. Collaborate with teams to streamline deployments and ensure secure, resilient infrastructure that meets evolving bu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $195K *

Take ownership of developing and delivering software for packet forwarding engines, collaborating with engineers to design, implement, and test solutions for complex networking systems in a fast-paced...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Join a team that drives the integration and operation of advanced space systems for government and commercial missions. Contribute to multifaceted projects while collaborating with a diverse engineeri...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud security solutions, enhancing information security and compliance while mitigating cyber threats across the organization. Drive innovation and improve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to lead complex civil engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to design and implement innovative transportation solutions that en...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's designing the next-gen routing platform for enterprise contact centers. You'll develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, collaborating across teams t...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build innovative routing engines for enterprise-scale contact centers, optimizing real-time distribution of interactions across various channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance per...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative routing solutions for enterprise-scale contact centers. Design and build a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise-scale contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while optimizing...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower enterprise-scale contact centers by designing and developing a cutting-edge routing engine. Collaborate across teams to ensure intelligent distribution of interactions, optimizing for performa...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining contact center technology by designing and building a cutting-edge routing engine. You'll develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, collab...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the future of enterprise contact centers by designing a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high performance and scalability in...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer the future of contact center technology by developing a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high availability and performance i...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while collaborating with cross...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Engineer do?question toggle

    A Network Engineer designs, implements, maintains, and troubleshoots computer networks. The work may involve routers, switches, wireless systems, firewalls, VPNs, cloud networks, and tools for monitoring network performance and security.

  • What skills are important for Network Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include routing and switching, TCP/IP and other network protocols, network security, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring. Cloud networking, automation, scripting, and experience with vendor platforms can also be useful.

  • Do Network Engineers need certifications?question toggle

    Certifications are not required for every position, but some employers value credentials such as Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE, Juniper certifications, and cloud-provider certifications. Requirements depend on the role and employer.

  • How can Network Engineers advance their careers?question toggle

    Professionals may develop expertise in cloud networking, security, wireless systems, or data centers, then pursue senior engineering or network architect roles. Others move into infrastructure leadership or network operations management.

  • Are Network Engineer jobs on Ladders vetted and high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Specific openings, compensation, and qualifications vary by employer, location, and experience.