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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$120K - $140K *

Elevate your career by driving the deployment and optimization of HPC/AI solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance network performance, address complex service issues, and lead projects that sh...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Innovate application reliability by leading the resolution of incidents and complex problems. Collaborate cross-functionally to support system upgrades and performance enhancements, ensuring effective...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $154K *

Elevate team performance by coordinating and commissioning projects, ensuring effective security design and implementation while managing multiple priorities and fostering a culture of continuous impr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $123K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge 3D visualization applications for electrical systems. You'll create, maintain, and enhance applications that facilitate real-time data acquisition and suppor...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K *

Empower enterprise network performance by providing advanced L3 support, troubleshooting complex incidents, and optimizing Cisco Firewalls and Routing Switching environments. Collaborate with teams to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering for a Missile Defense Agency program, focusing on software architecture and design, team coordination, and innovative technology solutions across multi-disciplin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Innovate network solutions by managing firewall configurations, providing 24x7 support, and ensuring robust incident resolution. Collaborate on technical documentation and budgeting while mentoring te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $198K *

Lead the design and development of complex systems, translating customer needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and support national security mission...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

Champion innovative network solutions by leading complex integrations across multi-site data centers and cloud environments to enhance mission capabilities while ensuring compliance with security stan...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $196K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure network systems for manufacturing environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable OT infrastructure, while conducting hand...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $196K *

Help us design and maintain secure network systems for manufacturing environments, ensuring reliability and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support opera...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate technical performance by leading field deployments and maintenance, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality service delivery through proactive fault management and adherence to e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$204K - $272K *

Join our team as a Principal Network Engineer, where you'll lead the design and security of a multi-site network, enhancing lab operations and driving innovation in network architecture across diverse...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead advanced network engineering efforts to optimize and secure enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and support mission-critical operations in a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $218K *

Contribute to the design and maintenance of VoIP networks, ensuring reliable telecom services and infrastructure support. Leverage your expertise in Cisco technologies to troubleshoot complex issues w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $218K *

Transform telecommunications infrastructure by designing, configuring, and maintaining VoIP networks. Provide technical oversight and support for enterprise IP services, ensuring real-time connectivit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage the on-site network engineering for OT initiatives, ensuring secure and resilient network architectures are implemented in manufacturing environments while supporting operational readiness and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $300K *

Join a team that's designing and operating high-performance networks for GPU clusters. Ensure reliability and scalability of training fabrics and storage networks, enabling seamless distributed worklo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you design, implement, and maintain essential networking infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for a wide range of clinical and operational environments...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Network Engineer, providing critical support for network infrastructure and ensuring high-priority incident management in a fast-paced environment focused on collaborat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing low voltage systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to produce high-quality BIM/CAD designs, ensuring project success from concept...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of telecommunications design. Leverage your expertise in low voltage systems and BIM/CAD to create innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities while coll...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing low voltage systems for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with multi-discipline teams to produce high-quality BIM/CAD drawings and models, ensuring project succes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the future of energy by analyzing and designing interconnections for distributed energy resources. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance system performance and drive innovative solutions i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $135K *

Transform the future of telecommunications design by creating innovative low voltage systems and layouts for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.