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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$110K - $130K *

Champion regulatory compliance by managing relationships with state regulators and overseeing compliance initiatives across Commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medi-Cal lines. Lead critical projects a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion compliance initiatives by overseeing regulatory relationships and ensuring adherence to evolving state requirements across various health plan lines. Lead critical projects and resolve comple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $105K *

Transform your career by executing engineering tasks in electronics manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, support new product introductions, and enhance production efficiency wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $242K *

Empower teams to enhance employee experiences through innovative technology solutions. Lead project management efforts, align strategies with business goals, and drive system optimizations for seamles...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of telecom systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring reliable and scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to integrate cutting-edge technologies in da...

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the design and integration of mission-critical telecom systems by leading the development of robust network infrastructures and ensuring high availability for data centers and similar faciliti...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of community development by leading impactful site civil projects. Drive innovation from concept to construction while mentoring junior engineers and building str...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative civil engineering designs for land development projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading a collaborative team. Manage project lifecycles, mentor junior engineers, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $215K *

Transform data center design by leading multi-disciplinary teams to create scalable architecture solutions, championing innovation and efficiency across global operations and ensuring compliance with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Champion the future of cutting-edge data center design by leading global engineering teams, establishing standards and innovative strategies that drive high-density facility operations and sustainabil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Take ownership of the design and strategy for mega-scale data center campuses, leading engineering teams to ensure innovative, consistent architectures that meet global standards for hyperscale operat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Innovate the future of data center designs by leading the creation of standards and integrating engineering disciplines to scale mega facilities that meet global cloud and AI demands while ensuring su...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $204K *

Transform engineering leadership by guiding a diverse team in avionics and flight controls. Drive technical excellence, manage budgets, and foster collaboration in an Agile environment to achieve high...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Architect and evolve cloud infrastructure for secure, efficient model training and serving. Collaborate with researchers to ensure data isolation and security while scaling operations for diverse cust...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform mission-critical network operations through innovative design, implementation, and support. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless data transmission and system performance across d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $211K *

Lead multi-discipline engineering teams to execute diverse water projects, ensuring quality and timeliness. Optimize budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and interfacing with clients for succes...

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

$78K - $250K *

Transform your career by providing critical technical support for system integrations. Collaborate with diverse teams to troubleshoot, enhance, and document solutions, ensuring seamless integration of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $118K *

Manage and oversee construction operations, ensuring compliance with NAVFAC requirements. Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team, driving operational excellence, and ensuring high-quality technical support. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and foster c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence within a dynamic Injection Molding Center of Excellence, driving process development, product launches, and continuous improvement in medical device manufactu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$207K - $300K *

Lead a high-impact team in developing cutting-edge ML systems for generative retrieval and personalization. Drive AI innovation and optimize infrastructure while mentoring engineers to achieve technic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $141K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in network architecture, managing innovative solutions for unique underwater systems. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to enhance engineering practices and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $217K *

Advance engineering leadership by guiding teams to deliver high-quality wireless systems, ensuring effective collaboration, defining technical direction, and fostering growth within a dynamic environm...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Systems Engineering by embedding with customer-focused groups to gather insights, define needs, and develop robust requirements. Collaborate across functions t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...

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

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.