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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$85K - $95K *

Support and optimize network infrastructure by designing, configuring, and maintaining LAN/WAN systems, while providing advanced technical assistance and ensuring network security and system reliabili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and mentor Mechanical Engineers in aircraft design, driving innovation and excellence in system upgrades and modifications while ensuring compliance with industry stand...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $176K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering by leading complex opto-mechanical designs from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and foster innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $217K *

Transform network operations by leading a dynamic team to deploy large-scale solutions. Drive continuous improvement and operational safety while ensuring efficient performance metrics across projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise network performance by engineering, optimizing, and securing multi-vendor infrastructures while ensuring compliance and modernizing systems in complex government environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving complex backbone capacity delivery programs, ensuring alignment across multiple teams to meet evolving AI infrastructure demands. Embrace challenges in a dynamic environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $188K *

Optimize your career by leveraging advanced analytics and modeling to enhance supply chain network design. Lead cross-functional projects, influence strategic decisions, and mentor team members in a h...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative telecommunications solutions, focusing on both legacy and next-gen systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance infrastructure, support public s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate project execution by leading a team of engineers, driving talent development, and managing technical strategies across multiple programs to ensure successful project delivery and workforce eng...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $128K *

Champion operational excellence in data center engineering, leading a team to ensure reliability and performance across critical systems, while driving maintenance initiatives and compliance with safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Manage engineering operations in a data center, ensuring 24/7 uptime through effective oversight, maintenance, and team leadership. Drive operational excellence and compliance while optimizing resourc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join our team to design cutting-edge connectivity for data centers, transforming customer requirements into robust infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery...

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

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by designing robust connectivity solutions for data centers, translating customer needs into actionable infrastructure plans. Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to ensure seamle...

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

$114K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing next-gen IP networks by collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity and stability for AWS customers worldw...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and sustain complex IP networks for Naval operations, ensuring secure and scalable solutions while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders throughout th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $196K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering and supporting complex network infrastructures. You'll design, implement, and maintain advanced networking solutions while collaborating with cross-function...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering comprehensive network solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security across complex systems. Drive innovation and support clients with expert technical guidance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team to develop and implement innovative networking solutions, ensuring operational stability and alignment with business needs while managing multiple projects and fostering key partnerships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's building a robust network infrastructure to support enterprise growth. Collaborate on strategic initiatives, optimize performance, and drive technology integration across multiple l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and enhancing network systems, ensuring optimal performance and security while supporting users and implementing effective solutions across various platform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining robust computer networks and systems. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft technologies to enhance performance, ensure security, and support users in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $220K *

Engineer robust network solutions, ensuring seamless data communication through installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of critical systems. Collaborate on security compliance and optimize perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $220K *

Join a team that's enhancing critical networks through configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Utilize your expertise in data communications to support operations and ensure system integrity...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $170K *

Take ownership of network maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability. Collaborate with users and vendors to resolve issues, execute maintenance routines, and document actions for sea...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 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.