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.

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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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$306K - $500K+*

Lead a team of engineers to enhance our Kubernetes data management platform, focusing on security and excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative features while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $171K *

Lead the charge in delivering event network infrastructure by managing vendor relationships, driving process improvements, and ensuring seamless execution across high-visibility events. Thrive in a dy...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$171K - $256K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of IC Designers in developing innovative cardiac devices. Drive technical excellence and strategic planning while ensuring project success through collaboration a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage your skills in Cisco and Arista configuration to provide hands-on support and sustainment for hardware issues, ensuring operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $118K *

Join a team that powers FAA electronic system installations and upgrades. Drive project management and engineering tasks while collaborating with stakeholders across the U.S. Ensure compliance and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead major construction projects for electric and gas systems, ensuring timely completion within budget. Oversee project planning, compliance, and contractor management while collaborating across depa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing major construction projects for electric and gas systems. Oversee planning, execution, and compliance to ensure timely and budget-friendly completion while coordinating wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $169K *

Transform global network operations by leading the engineering of SD-WAN and GCP connectivity. Drive innovation with Intent-Based Networking and network automation, ensuring robust, secure, and effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing spectrum compatibility for military systems. This role involves analyzing RF performance, reviewing commercial networks, and developing engineering solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $204K *

Lead the charge in advancing next-gen technologies as a Systems Engineering Manager. Oversee a multi-disciplinary team, drive modernization efforts, and ensure best practices in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead our software engineering team to deliver innovative solutions for medical devices. Oversee embedded firmware and applications, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing the full software lifecy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team to design, implement, and support global network services, ensuring optimal performance and security across voice, LAN, WAN, and cloud connectivity. Drive modernization initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $217K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the modernization of technology platforms in wholesale lending. Drive strategy, engineering excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance critical systems f...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engineer and secure enterprise network infrastructure across cloud and remote locations. Leverage expertise in Palo Alto Networks and GCP to build resilient, Zero Trust architectures, driving infrastr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$134K - $241K *

Champion cross-functional coordination and operational excellence by leading engineering integration efforts for key defense programs, ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders and timely exe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and optimizing enterprise network solutions. As a senior technical resource, you'll enhance network performance and reliability while collaborating with cross...

5 days ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Champion the future of electrical engineering by leading a dynamic team in semiconductor tool installations, ensuring safe, compliant designs while managing project execution and fostering client rela...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$173K - $313K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to develop customer-focused applications and APIs for DNS and IP services. Drive effective collaboration and delivery across projects, ensuring high performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $313K *

Shape the future of customer-facing applications and APIs by leading engineering teams to enhance DNS and IP Acceleration services, ensuring performance, reliability, and usability at Internet scale...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Network Support Engineer, driving connectivity and performance in a dynamic enterprise environment. Collaborate globally while providing high-touch support to executives and...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of mobile broadcasting by leading technical operations, ensuring show readiness, and delivering exceptional live production experiences while mentoring teams and managing client r...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team overseeing mobile broadcast operations, ensuring technical excellence and seamless execution of live productions. Drive show readiness, manage crew performance, and maintain high s...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $185K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team of DevOps, MLOps, and DataOps engineers, driving innovation across our multi-cloud platform. You'll mentor talent, set technical standards, and remain hands-on in engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to pioneering manufacturing solutions, ensuring a seamless launch and continuous improvement of product lines through strategic collaboration, technical expertise, and pro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Explore exciting opportunities to lead the evolution of network technology. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to design and develop innovative networking solutions, ensuring alignment and driving...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.