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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$150K - $180K *

Elevate cloud solutions by designing, deploying, and managing scalable Azure infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance while driv...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to designing and developing innovative full stack applications, collaborating across functions to deliver effective technical solutions and enhance business processes in a...

Sterling, VARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Join a team that's transforming federal HR systems by engineering integration solutions between Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM and key federal platforms to drive modernization efforts across multiple agencie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the educational landscape by guiding customers through tailored solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to present innovative Instructure products, ensuring alignment with client needs and dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $184K *

Transform enterprise sales with technical expertise, guiding customers to maximize product value. Collaborate closely with teams to drive innovation, manage projects, and enhance sales effectiveness...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $287K *

Join a team that builds and operates large-scale GPU infrastructure for AI workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automation and tools, ensuring reliability and efficiency in pr...

Santa Clara, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $240K *

Transform customer engagement by deploying innovative AI solutions, guiding installations, and crafting tailored integrations while enhancing product tools based on real-world usage and feedback for s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $219K *

Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by leading a dynamic SRE team, driving automation, and enhancing operational excellence across scalable platforms while fostering collaboration and continu...

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3 weeks ago

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

$118K - $219K *

Shape the future of Site Reliability Engineering by leading top-tier engineers to elevate operational excellence and drive cloud modernization across critical platforms in a collaborative environment...

Alpharetta, GARemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Drive technical pre-sales and implementation for innovative API and AI products, serving as a key liaison between customers and engineering teams to enhance AI-driven discovery experiences in the medi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of software engineering by leading AI-driven projects, mentoring engineers, and influencing product direction while ensuring high-quality outcomes across multip...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Support SAP security in a DoD IL5 S/4HANA environment, enhancing Zero Trust architecture and system security. Collaborate with cyber and audit teams to solve complex challenges and ensure mission-crit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing AI-driven applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance deployment engineering resources and stay at the forefront of technology advancemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Lead security initiatives and cultivate a security-first culture, guiding teams in integrating security throughout the development lifecycle and addressing complex security challenges with strategic i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $287K *

Transform production infrastructure by automating bare-metal provisioning and enhancing GPU capacity management. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability and efficiency in AI workloads, driving...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $236K *

Drive innovation in cybersecurity by leading technical initiatives for MSSP partners and AI security solutions. Leverage your expertise to design, scale, and secure managed services while mentoring te...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $219K *

Elevate engineering excellence by guiding technical strategy and best practices across teams. Lead architectural vision, ensure reliability and security, and foster collaboration to build a cutting-ed...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by contributing to product-focused software development. Engage in coding, debugging, and optimizing performance while collaborating on projects that enhance the software sta...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of innovative security systems using AI/ML, managing risk across identity and access management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security while maintaining ope...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving continuous improvement initiatives across operations. Leverage data analytics and engineering methodologies to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while collaborat...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $318K *

Accelerate progress at our AI-driven platform by leading a high-performing engineering team. Oversee technical direction, manage people, and ensure quality to deliver impactful agent experiences acros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $286K *

Engineer advanced RF power amplifier platforms for cellular and WiFi applications. Lead R&D efforts, develop novel architectures, and collaborate across teams to drive high-performance solutions for n...

Arlington Heights, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a pioneering Site Reliability team to shape reliability practices, build a culture of accountability, and enhance software development processes. Lead initiatives to standardize SLOs, incident ma...

Union, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $180K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex software development initiatives, driving Agile sprint teams, and ensuring seamless integration of web services and databases to meet organizational goals while e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.