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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining robust datacenter networks, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness and security for critical communications and IT infrastructure in support of m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $158K *

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

$79K - $158K *

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

$146K - $185K *

Elevate progress at a dynamic data center by optimizing network performance, ensuring redundancy, and collaborating with teams to troubleshoot and enhance infrastructure. Bring your expertise in routi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $155K *

Elevate product integrity by leading configuration management processes, ensuring accurate documentation and change control across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams for hardware and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with us to support systems from concept through deployment, ensuring operational requirements are met. Collaborate with teams to define technical needs and enhance system performance throughout...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $166K *

Lead the management and optimization of the city's network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to design innovative solutions and suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Execute innovative solutions in AI infrastructure design and scaling, ensuring high-performance detection systems against evolving threats. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to build scalable fr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of innovative AI infrastructure for detecting threats at scale. You'll design systems that process data in real-time, orchestrate GPU workloads, and adapt to evolving adversaries...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $118K *

Oversee the end-to-end management of fiber connectivity projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while coordinating with customers, vendors, and jurisdictions for su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of network automation by designing scalable systems for AI network fabrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment, management, and operational excellence while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $215K *

Shape the future of network security by leveraging your expertise in design, implementation, and management of advanced network solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastruc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $98K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $113K *

Engineer and enhance enterprise security solutions by integrating technologies and ensuring robust protections across platforms. Collaborate with IT and security teams to automate processes, remediate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead technical support for complex enterprise server systems. Take ownership of troubleshooting, customer satisfaction, and service improvement initiatives. Collaborate across teams and mentor others...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $225K *

Transform telecommunications solutions by leveraging your expertise in voice and data engineering. Collaborate with clients and carriers to design, implement, and optimize innovative network architect...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer scalable infrastructure for trading systems, focusing on automation and low-latency solutions. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance performance, ensuring reliability and efficie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Empower secure network environments by designing and managing advanced security solutions. This role requires hands-on expertise in network engineering, incident response, and policy management to ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and operation of advanced network infrastructures. Collaborate across teams to enhance deployment strategies and drive complex initiatives, ensuring reliable and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.