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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$79K - $147K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and enhancing classified network infrastructure. Support daily operations across multiple platforms while ensuring robust communication and collaboration in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful telecom projects by managing resources, timelines, and budgets. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure seamless network deployments while maintaining high standards of documenta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$186K - $269K *

Champion a high-performing team to design and build scalable data infrastructure, driving data strategy and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data needs into actionable in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer and optimize transport network solutions to enhance critical communications for US Special Operations. Lead design, implementation, and troubleshooting efforts while ensuring high performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $200K *

Empower our network engineering team to deliver cutting-edge L2/L3 infrastructure in data centers. Lead design and build strategies while managing a skilled team, ensuring robust, secure, and efficien...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead the network engineering team to deliver robust Layer 2/3 infrastructure, ensuring seamless campus connectivity and security across multiple data centers while driving standards and collaboration...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining network solutions by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced LAN, WAN, and wireless systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance network strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a network engineering team to optimize performance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure robust network architecture while driving strategic initiatives and providing expert suppor...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering deliverables for FTTH network projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with market plans. Collaborate across teams to drive accountability and optimize...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving network operations excellence for government clients. Engage in troubleshooting WAN issues, managing service requests, and enhancing vendor relationships while maintaining...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Design, implement, and troubleshoot data communications systems, ensuring seamless integration across departments. Provide expert support and capacity management for WAN/LAN environments, focusing on...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing robust network solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless data communication and proactive capacity management for critical environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer the design and implementation of advanced voice communication systems, focusing on enterprise VoIP and cloud collaboration. Collaborate across departments to enhance network performance and en...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $180K *

Elevate network performance by designing and optimizing solutions for enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability and drive innovation in a dynamic, global environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a key leadership role to shape engineering strategy and operational performance in a growing GMP pharmaceutical facility, driving modernization, reliability, and continuous improvement initiative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$162K - $243K *

Lead the charge in advancing communications network engineering research and design. Drive innovative solutions and analysis for critical applications in tactical and emerging network environments, co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by managing production networks, ensuring 99.999% availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and deliver infrastructure projects while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape successful project execution by overseeing all construction phases and managing teams, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality, safety, and compliance across dive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$222K - $308K *

Join a team that's redefining network architecture and engineering. Leverage your expertise in routing protocols and silicon integration to innovate high-scale solutions and shape the future of networ...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced network modeling solutions, integrating robust software engineering with deep networking protocol knowledge to deliver reliable software modules and user...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team. Drive project success, streamline processes, and support sales initiatives while staying ahead of industry trends in Building Automa...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a multi-site engineering team to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Drive operational improvements while fostering collaboration and employee development a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join the Wireless Connectivity Solutions team to design, implement, and maintain Cisco wireless networks while driving innovative solutions and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across various p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $171K *

Empower the future of cloud infrastructure by managing critical deployment processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving efficiency through innovative solutions. Join a diverse tea...

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

$94K - $117K *

Accelerate progress at large-scale data centers by leveraging your network expertise to monitor, maintain, and optimize both InfiniBand and Ethernet networks while ensuring peak performance in high-pe...

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  •   5 - 7 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.