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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$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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing onsite trade activities, ensuring seamless coordination from design to installation while mentoring junior associates and driving project success through effective communic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $208K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of RF engineering, developing innovative solutions for national security. Collaborate on cutting-edge research and experimentation to optimize wireless systems and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $150K *

Drive the development and maintenance of network systems, ensuring robust cyber security and enterprise applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate high-level strategies into actiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate Azure cloud infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining services. Collaborate with teams to ensure security and performance while optimizing environments and migrating client d...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud operations by designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure infrastructure. Collaborate across functions to ensure security, scalability, and performanc...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance cloud innovation by designing and maintaining Azure infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure security and performance while optimizing environments and migrating client data to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining network engineering by delivering scalable, reliable services across global environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and security while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer automated decision-making systems for battery control and market participation. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, implement ML methods, and drive measurable improvements in energ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing AWS GovCloud operations, ensuring security compliance, and enhancing business-critical applications. Play a key role in incident resolution, change managemen...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Oversee day-to-day operations of AWS GovCloud environments, ensuring security compliance and optimal performance. Collaborate with teams to manage incidents, implement improvements, and maintain docum...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering exceptional API platform operations and automation support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, troubleshoot issues, and streamline pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $182K *

Champion innovative security solutions by leading offensive security efforts. Drive hands-on assessments, penetration testing, and AI-driven capabilities to enhance product security while collaboratin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   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...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   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...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $206K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network infrastructure and security. Leverage your expertise to support incident response, implement solutions, and ensure optimal performance for critical go...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $206K *

Execute network solutions by installing, configuring, and troubleshooting data networks. Collaborate with teams to design architectures and implement monitoring, ensuring efficient operations in dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to transform enterprise OS infrastructure through modern practices, leveraging your Python expertise and operational skills to drive modernization, package migrations, and effective CI/CD impl...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Advance enterprise OS modernization by leveraging hands-on Python and infrastructure skills. Collaborate with SRE teams to enhance CI/CD processes and automate migration tasks. Drive technical transit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $158K *

Transform advanced technology solutions for network systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with specialists to analyze, design, and maintain network architecture, supporting c...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative technical engineering solutions that drive business outcomes. Leverage cloud computing, automation, and DevSecOps to enhance performance, reliability, and service quality, whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower technical excellence by diagnosing and resolving complex equipment failures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability while providing on-site suppo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and deliver key operationa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.