Explore Network Operations Engineer Jobs

Network Operations Engineers help keep an organization’s digital infrastructure available, secure, and performing reliably. They monitor networks, investigate incidents, resolve connectivity and performance issues, and support the systems businesses depend on every day. Explore vetted Network Operations Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Network Operations Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and environment, but commonly include monitoring network health, responding to alerts and outages, diagnosing routing and connectivity problems, maintaining network documentation, and coordinating incident response. Engineers may also support changes, upgrades, capacity planning, and automation to improve reliability and reduce operational risk.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience with enterprise networks, network monitoring and management tools, troubleshooting, and incident or change management. Knowledge of technologies such as TCP/IP, routing and switching, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud networking can be valuable. Strong communication, careful documentation, and the ability to prioritize during high-impact incidents are also important.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Network Operations Engineers work across industries that rely on dependable connectivity, including technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and enterprise services. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, network architecture, infrastructure leadership, site reliability, or network security roles. Opportunities differ by organization, so review each listing for its scope, technology environment, and compensation details.

Find Network Operations Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare Network Operations Engineer roles by employer, responsibilities, location, and stated salary to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.

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$163K - $181K *

Join us to enhance network performance and scalability through innovative software solutions. Leverage your expertise in routing protocols and coding to troubleshoot and optimize systems, ensuring a s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $102K *

Elevate network performance by deploying and optimizing voice solutions, ensuring 99.999% uptime. Collaborate on network planning and security, while providing expert support and documentation for com...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$218K - $480K *

Take ownership of the design and operation of a global optical transport network. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation, manage vendor relationships, and ensure network reliabi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $225K *

Transform cloud operations by leading the maintenance, security, and improvement of mission-critical environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence while mentorin...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Lead the operation and continuous improvement of mission-critical cloud infrastructure. Mentor teams, ensure compliance, and collaborate across departments to maintain secure environments in classifie...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Champion the operation and security of mission-critical cloud infrastructure, leading a team to enhance performance and compliance across classified environments. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize mission-critical payment systems by leading network operations, ensuring 99.999% uptime. Act as the go-to expert for complex infrastructure projects, troubleshooting, and enhancing security a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of high-performance AI networking. This role empowers you to define technical strategy, elevate operational standards, and tackle complex engineering challenges f...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion high-performance front-end network solutions for AI infrastructure, driving reliability and scalability while mentoring engineering talent and leading cross-functional initiatives to optimize...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer advancements in high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure. Own reliability and scalability while leading complex technical initiatives across teams to enhance network performanc...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate the evolution of high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure, providing technical leadership and ensuring reliability, scalability, and optimal performance across complex syste...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join our team to enhance the operational health of AI provider endpoints. You'll ensure fast, reliable routing and proactive problem detection, contributing to a seamless experience for our customers...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by ensuring high-performance, secure, and scalable networks across multiple sites. Lead integration efforts for newly acquired companies while collaborating with IT and security teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer high-performance trading network solutions, ensuring low latency and reliability. Collaborate with teams on innovative tech, mentor junior staff, and support network operations. Drive efficie...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to ensure high-performance, secure networks across multiple sites. You'll play a key role in integrating new systems and enhancing network capabilities, ensuring our infrastructure is...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cloud-native platform services across major environments, ensuring best practices in application development. Collaborate with teams on NASA missions while managing Kubernetes and integrating...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $205K *

Take ownership of innovative network solutions in a dynamic team, enhancing security and performance for critical Intelligence Community missions while tackling cyber challenges head-on...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $130K *

Engage with cutting-edge cloud technologies to ensure system health, security, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage infrastructure, automate processes, and drive operational excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Empower our network infrastructure by designing, deploying, and managing corporate and datacenter networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability, security, and scalability wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the deployment and support of global Edge and Backbone networks, tackling complex challenges while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance network infrastructure and drive best practices in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer robust network solutions by enhancing security practices and supporting enterprise growth. Collaborate with teams to implement cutting-edge technologies, ensuring reliable system performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of network engineering by designing, implementing, and optimizing complex network systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment to meet mission-cri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate IT modernization by ensuring network reliability and security compliance across ANG installations. Lead the design, validation, and optimization of network architecture while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Transform your career by designing and optimizing classified networks! As a key player, you'll integrate complex systems, collaborate with engineers, and ensure standards are met while providing top-t...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Operations Engineer do?question toggle

    A Network Operations Engineer monitors and maintains network infrastructure, investigates service disruptions, troubleshoots connectivity and performance issues, and helps improve network availability and reliability.

  • What skills are useful for Network Operations Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills include network troubleshooting, TCP/IP, routing and switching, network monitoring, incident management, and clear documentation. Depending on the role, employers may also value experience with firewalls, VPNs, cloud networking, automation, or vendor-specific platforms.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Many roles seek relevant experience supporting enterprise or service-provider networks and familiarity with networking technologies and operational processes. Some employers may prefer a degree, industry certifications, or experience with particular tools and platforms.

  • Where do Network Operations Engineers work?question toggle

    They work in organizations that depend on reliable connectivity, including technology companies, telecommunications providers, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and large enterprises.

  • How can I find Network Operations Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Network Operations Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary information, responsibilities, location, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.