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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$130K - $165K *

Pioneer the global Edge, I/O, and Gateways portfolio strategy, driving innovation and cross-functional execution from concept to commercial scale while leveraging deep industrial automation expertise...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Network Engineer III, enhancing and securing complex networks. Leverage your expertise in LAN, WAN, and wireless technologies to optimize performance and ensure reliability in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower our network infrastructure by designing, deploying, and managing corporate and datacenter networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability, security, and scalability wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead and innovate IT infrastructure projects, enhancing enterprise technology and endpoint management. Collaborate with teams to implement secure, reliable solutions while driving continuous improveme...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $199K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of software engineers while driving strategic goals and cultivating an innovative workplace. Partner with diverse professionals to enhance workforce perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $199K *

Shape the future of software engineering as you lead a diverse team to drive program success, cultivate workplace inclusivity, manage performance, and align engineering processes with strategic object...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data center operations by leading complex electrical engineering projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance and reliability while s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $185K *

Optimize network performance as you provide Tier 3 support and engineering expertise for the Next Generation Network, ensuring security compliance and high availability across diverse environments and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $229K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing team to drive successful new product introductions, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business goals through effective project management and cross-functio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in resolving critical network outages by engaging with customers, troubleshooting Ciena products, and collaborating with teams to enhance recovery outcomes and document root cause anal...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $140K *

Transform complex network environments by implementing, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate across multiple locations to ensure secure communications and enhance operati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive network infrastructure delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operational governance and enhance p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive high-level engineering and management of complex DHA LAN/WLAN/WAN networks, ensuring security and reliability for MTFs and other facilities, while leading troubleshooting and coordination in a m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team to drive innovation in real-time embedded software development. Leverage your expertise in C/C++ and collaborate across functions to enhance our technology's impact in a fast-pac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of engineers, driving innovation and optimizing software development processes across multiple projects and locations. Your technical expertise will shape...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex technical projects, influencing networking strategies and product introductions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure efficient delivery and maintai...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Drive reliable network infrastructure solutions while solving complex challenges in a collaborative IT environment. Lead projects, enhance performance, and ensure security across corporate and remote...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $131K *

Elevate customer engagement by driving successful project delivery, fostering collaboration across teams, and ensuring satisfaction through proactive communication and effective management of complex...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical direction and operational excellence in high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure, driving architecture decisions and solving complex networking ch...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the reliability and scalability of high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure, driving technical excellence and operational improvements across complex netwo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure, driving reliability and scalability. Lead technical initiatives, influence design, and mentor engineers to enhance operational excel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of high-performance front-end networks, driving architectural decisions, and enhancing operational excellence in AI infrastructure. Collaborate across teams t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $221K *

Champion cloud transformation by leading a team of experts to provide technical guidance, foster customer partnerships, and drive successful migration strategies across diverse cloud solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

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.