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.

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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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$75K - $105K *

Bring your expertise to support engineering operations, coordinating recruiting, onboarding, and resource planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of initiatives a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $244K *

Transform infrastructure strategy by leading network and systems engineering teams. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and tackle complex network challenges to ensure platform reliability and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Shape the future of Navy enterprise networks by leveraging your expertise in network engineering, cybersecurity, and Tier III operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance mission-critical inf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $115K *

Deliver expert network engineering support for a large-scale Navy enterprise network, focusing on routing, switching, and cybersecurity. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance and secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $179K *

Empower network performance by providing Tier II support, troubleshooting, and advanced diagnostics. Collaborate with engineers to resolve issues and enhance LAN/WAN operations, ensuring optimal avail...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of network automation by designing scalable systems for AI network fabrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment, management, and operational excellence while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining network infrastructure by designing and operating scalable solutions across diverse environments, ensuring reliability and efficiency while enabling rapid engineering adv...

4 days ago

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

$121K - $272K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of global server management. Lead operation, maintenance, and technical services for servers throughout their lifecycle, ensuring quality and efficiency during new...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $333K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex technical programs, driving innovative solutions across network delivery and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance processes and achiev...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $135K *

Advance your career by supporting critical data center operations, providing real-time maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical and mechanical systems, while working in a fast-paced, team-oriente...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform platform operations through automation and AI. Collaborate with teams to enhance monitoring, optimize performance, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment focused on gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of broadband by designing and optimizing FTTH architectures, leading technology deployments, and driving product improvements while collaborating across teams to enhance network p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of our network systems by ensuring seamless connectivity and robust support for our agency's IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and maintain high...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate cybersecurity defense by monitoring networks, investigating breaches, and implementing security measures to safeguard information. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities and enh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $112K *

Support critical data center operations through hardware maintenance, network troubleshooting, and incident response while collaborating with a team to ensure optimal service availability across AWS's...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Drive the integration and management of complex C4IT systems within a mission-critical facility project, ensuring seamless coordination across design, construction, and operational phases while addres...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cutting-edge physical network infrastructure for large-scale data centers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across global operations. Drive inno...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of data centers by designing and implementing robust physical network infrastructures. Lead the charge in ensuring high standards of performance, reliability, and scalability acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the reliability and performance of our infrastructure, optimizing compute, storage, and networking. Automate processes and enhance observability to ensure fast, cost-effective builds for cust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive high-level engineering and management of complex DHA LAN/WLAN/WAN networks, ensuring security and reliability for MTFs and other facilities, while leading troubleshooting and coordination in a m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's tackling complex network challenges in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. You'll lead troubleshooting efforts, enhance network security, and collaborate across teams to ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $120K *

Engineer innovative network solutions and troubleshoot complex issues in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance, security, and reliability whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $250K *

Optimize your career by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on system administration and support. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency in a co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $160K *

Engineer robust network solutions by implementing, administering, and troubleshooting infrastructure devices. Collaborate on design and maintenance to ensure high availability and security across ente...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable network solutions while ensuring robust security measures. Engage in troubleshooting and optimizing network performance to enhance operational ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.