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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$230K - $280K *

Lead the charge in designing a cohesive network architecture for our AI-driven cloud. Oversee multiple teams for edge, backbone, and data center optimizations, ensuring high-performance systems that s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping the architecture of our AI-first cloud network. Oversee multi-domain teams ensuring coherence and high performance across edge, backbone, data centers, and SDN, while mentor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $154K *

Optimize structural engineering practices across project phases, ensuring reliability and sustainability standards. Provide technical leadership and support for data center portfolio, collaborating wi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the delivery of complex network and telecom infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while managing technical teams and budgets in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$209K - $270K *

Transform customer insights and technology innovations into strategic opportunities. Collaborate across departments to develop market strategies, drive product innovation, and enhance customer value...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$209K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative strategies that bridge customer needs and technical advancements in networking and communications, driving sustainable growth and strengthening industry leadersh...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$186K - $267K *

Empower the future of cloud networking by driving operational excellence and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve complex issues, enhance customer solutions, and develop innovativ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Innovate network solutions by designing and implementing secure LAN/WAN infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure compliance in a dynamic government environment, lever...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Pioneer deployment strategies for global network infrastructure, lead technical standards, and mentor engineering teams while collaborating cross-functionally to scale high-performance compute and AI...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading global network infrastructure deployment strategies. Drive technical excellence while mentoring engineers and shaping operational architecture for high-performance compute...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Deliver cutting-edge network deployment strategies to scale AI infrastructure. Lead cross-functional teams, set quality standards, and shape automation processes for seamless global operations in high...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive excellence in network infrastructure by designing, supporting, and enhancing enterprise environments. Ensure seamless operations and introduce innovative solutions that empower sustainable growt...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize network performance by troubleshooting complex issues, leading projects, and mentoring teams. Collaborate on designs and enhance security while ensuring operational standards and delivering e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead service operations to enhance network reliability and optimize performance. Collaborate with teams and vendors to manage events, ensure compliance, and escalate issues, driving efficiency and del...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic IT infrastructure team to design, implement, and secure enterprise networks. Leverage your expertise in network architecture and security to enhance system integrity and mentor junior e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by enhancing network automation tools to support deployment and operational efficiency across global infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join us in shaping the future of global network infrastructure by enhancing automation and tooling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiencies that empower scalable solutions in ent...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative network solutions and drive automation efficiencies within a global infrastructure environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pre-deployment workflows and trou...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead the development and delivery of AI-powered features, driving innovation and productivity through hands-on engineering leadership and collaboration across teams to create scalable, production-read...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $199K *

Champion a high-performing team of data engineers to drive data transformation, influence technical architecture, and ensure reliable data systems while aligning with business objectives and engineeri...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Tackle complex systems integration in a dynamic Cisco environment. Support the deployment and maintenance of advanced network technologies, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across voice an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by providing expert systems administration and integration for complex Cisco environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement cutting-edge network technologies and ensu...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing expert systems administration and integration for complex Cisco environments. Collaborate with teams to implement cutting-edge network technologies, ensuring optimal perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project success, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency while managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.