Network Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Network Engineering Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to design, operate, and improve critical network infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your leadership experience and technical expertise.

What Does a Network Engineering Manager Do?

Network Engineering Managers lead teams responsible for the availability, performance, and security of an organization’s network. They may oversee network architecture, routing and switching, wireless connectivity, data centers, cloud networking, and wide area networks. Common responsibilities include setting technical standards, managing projects and vendors, planning capacity, troubleshooting complex issues, and coordinating with security, infrastructure, and application teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a background in network engineering alongside experience managing people, budgets, and technical projects. Relevant expertise may include enterprise networking, network security, cloud platforms, automation, monitoring, and disaster recovery. Certifications such as Cisco CCNP or CCIE, and cloud networking credentials, may be useful depending on the role. Strong communication, prioritization, and decision-making skills help managers align network strategy with business needs.

Network Engineering Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by location, industry, organization size, and the scope of responsibility. Senior roles may include competitive base pay, bonuses, and benefits. On Ladders, you can focus your search on vetted Network Engineering Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare opportunities across industries and employers.

Find Network Engineering Manager Jobs

Search current openings to discover opportunities that fit your experience, preferred work arrangement, and career goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that align with your background.

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$113K - $140K *

Champion the reliability and performance of critical systems, driving architecture evolution and incident response. Collaborate with a skilled team across AWS and Azure, ensuring security and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Inspire excellence in construction project management, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while fosteri...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on coding, cloud resources, and database support. Lead automation projects, solve unique challenges daily, and collaborate with teams to deliver practical...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $244K *

Shape the future of high-voltage transmission projects by leading design, planning, and execution efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence and adherence to safe...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion enterprise communications and change initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and understanding. Collaborate across departments to ensure clear, consistent messaging and drive organizationa...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $185K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that drives contract strategy for large-scale data center projects, managing RFPs and contract administration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and optimize ris...

Redwood City, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $152K *

Innovate by optimizing product management processes and tools, enhancing delivery predictability, and driving organizational transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to empower Product...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing our technical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and reliability of systems while leading DevOps and Infrastructure teams to implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $175K *

Transform enterprise-scale Oracle ERP programs by leading complex implementations, upgrades, and migrations. Drive project governance, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with client o...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $158K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on developing and managing a robust partner network. Drive sales growth through effective partner relationships and innovative marketing strategies in th...

Pleasanton, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in diverse control system projects, overseeing tasks and teams while ensuring successful project completion. Collaborate with stakeholders and provide engineering support, driving qual...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

$119K - $199K *

Shape the future of nuclear engineering by leading innovative I&C projects, solving complex challenges, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve strategic objectives in a remote environment...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Optimize the multi-tenant New Relic consolidation layer, aggregating telemetry across AI agent estates. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance observability practices and ensure effective monit...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $257K *

Pioneer the transformation of our C++ testing ecosystem, enhancing software quality and developer practices. Lead initiatives for reusable testing frameworks and CI/CD integration, driving consistency...

Boulder, CORemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $158K *

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Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

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

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $143K *

Lead logistics and inventory management ensuring timely delivery of materials. Collaborate with teams for optimal material readiness and quality standards while enhancing supply chain processes and ex...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $143K *

Optimize logistics and inventory management processes to ensure timely delivery of materials and components for successful project execution, fostering collaboration across teams and maintaining high...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Execute strategic sales initiatives in the Southeast region, driving growth and managing a $75M portfolio. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance customer relationships and ensure service ex...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$109K - $165K *

Advance your career by leading a team of Implementation Consultants to enhance enterprise customer engagement, drive successful deployments, and foster a high-performance culture while collaborating c...

Denver, CORemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K *

Drive project success by leading software implementations for utility billing and client information solutions, ensuring top-tier delivery and client satisfaction in a remote environment. Engage cross...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $259K *

Unlock operational success by leading global strategy and performance in Customer Success Operations, driving data-driven insights, seamless processes, and effective stakeholder engagement to enhance...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Network Engineering Manager leads network engineering teams and oversees the design, operation, security, and performance of network infrastructure. Responsibilities can include architecture, project delivery, capacity planning, vendor management, and incident response.

  • What qualifications are common for Network Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for substantial network engineering experience, leadership ability, and familiarity with enterprise infrastructure, security, cloud networking, and automation. Requirements vary, and some employers value certifications such as Cisco CCNP or CCIE.

  • How much do Network Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and the size and complexity of the network environment. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Network Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Network Engineering Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its compensation range, qualifications, and work arrangement.

  • What career paths can lead to Network Engineering Manager roles?question toggle

    Professionals often advance from network engineer, senior network engineer, or network architect roles after developing technical depth and experience leading projects or teams. Career paths differ by employer and may include infrastructure or IT operations leadership.