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 *

Shape the future of environmental remediation by leading diverse engineering projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring quality delivery within a supportive team environment. Drive innovat...

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

$136K - $184K *

Drive the development of scalable network infrastructure solutions, enhancing reliability for global fulfillment centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and automate processes, en...

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

$158K - $187K *

Elevate critical network infrastructure by designing, building, and securing solutions for defense and intelligence missions. Collaborate on scalable network strategies while ensuring robust security...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $270K *

Drive innovation in the utility market by bridging customer needs and technical advancements. Lead strategic initiatives, market analysis, and product development to create sustainable value and enhan...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$209K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading the integration of customer needs and market trends with innovative technologies, driving product development and strategic initiatives that enhance business growth and cus...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $411K *

Engage deeply with Tier 1 Service Provider clients to drive complex networking solutions, blending architectural expertise with strategic pre-sales guidance. Collaborate across teams to address custom...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $411K *

Join as a Principal Network Sales Engineer, driving networking solutions for a Tier 1 Service Provider. Engage with clients and internal teams, providing technical expertise that shapes customer succe...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $263K *

Champion the future of network operations by leading AI-driven automation and modernization efforts. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance network service assurance and architect scalable so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$137K - $263K *

Drive autonomous network operations by leading AI-driven workflows and modernization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable solutions, ensuring seamless integration of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$137K - $263K *

Transform network operations by leading AI-driven workflows and modernization efforts. Drive end-to-end architecture and automation, ensuring seamless integration across legacy and modern systems whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Drive impactful transmission asset projects as a Senior Project Manager, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution and construction readiness. Collaborate on innovative solutions in th...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Champion the development of transmission asset projects, focusing on scoping, planning, and advancing initiatives to construction-ready status. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading impactful transmission projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll drive project success through collaboration, strategic planning, and pro...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $215K *

Engage in transforming network infrastructure by designing and supporting large-scale, high-performance systems. Oversee critical operations, driving modernization and automation initiatives to ensure...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $146K *

Transform software development by integrating AI capabilities and designing cloud-native applications. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and streamline processes while ensuring secur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$167K - $245K *

Shape the future of AI resilience by partnering with enterprise clients to design scalable solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance product offerings through collaboration with engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $203K *

Lead the delivery of complex software projects, enhancing engineering standards and resolving system issues. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and maintain high-performance data systems whi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$192K - $289K *

Unlock your potential as a key technical authority, leading a diverse engineering team to enhance national security initiatives through innovative software solutions in an agile, collaborative setting...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $131K *

Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$167K - $245K *

Invent impactful solutions in a dynamic, hybrid environment. Join a team of engineers focused on developing next-gen infrastructure that powers AI/ML workloads through open-source technologies and lar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $136K *

Elevate the future of broadband infrastructure by leading the design, construction, and management of fiber optic networks. Oversee engineering projects, manage teams, and ensure compliance with safet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge data centers, leading cross-functional teams to support scalable, sustainable solutions that align with operational excellence and compliance across...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Pioneer the design and implementation of innovative, sustainable data centers. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver efficient systems that support massive cloud operations, ensuring compliance with...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform large-scale data center projects by leading innovative structural engineering efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and sustainability in design, while managing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of data centers by leading sustainable structural designs. Drive innovation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality projects on time globally, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 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.