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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$90K - $150K *

Take ownership of secure network design and operations, ensuring robust unified communications solutions while leading troubleshooting and change management efforts to support mission-critical environ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform network operations by leading a dedicated team to enhance incident management, customer service, and operational efficiency, ensuring seamless service delivery across all business lines...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $236K *

Transform complex software systems through innovative development and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics, algorithms, and real-time systems while ensuring adherence to design req...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Transform enterprise network security and performance as a Senior Network Engineer. Lead the design and optimization of load balancing and firewall technologies, ensuring robust, secure services acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $185K *

Manage and optimize enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, performance, and reliability across multiple...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Innovate mission control services by implementing network solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Elevate astronaut training and engineering analysis for next-gen space missions while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower the U.S. Navy by facilitating seamless data migration to temporary networks, ensuring operational continuity during maintenance phases. Collaborate with stakeholders and conduct regular system...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $203K *

Drive innovation in automation and AI tooling to enhance certification processes. Lead technical workstreams, transforming complex requirements into scalable software solutions while mentoring team me...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

Yesterday

  •   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...

3 days ago

  •   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...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Optimize secure network infrastructure by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, configure, and maintain reliable connectivity across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring robust...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure network infrastructures for distributed computing and cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable connectivity a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in managing IT infrastructure for a large Federal Department. Drive modernization strategies and ensure optimal service delivery while fostering collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage a dynamic infrastructure team, driving modernization and IT service delivery across a large Federal Department. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize performance, and ensure seamless integration...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join us to lead a dynamic infrastructure team, managing IT operations and modernization strategies for a large Federal Department. Drive service delivery, enhance system performance, and ensure custom...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $200K *

Transform the future of data center operations by leading teams in managing cutting-edge infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, and driving safety initiatives while fostering a collaborative en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and deploying scalable cloud network solutions. Collaborate on security, traffic management, and automation to enhance enterprise infrastructure in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support the development of innovative network designs and architecture, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Lead a team to analyze and implement comprehensive strategies for network solution...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the operational excellence of data centers across multiple regions. Lead a dedicated team in maintaining high standards of service delivery, ensuring safety and efficiency while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex network solutions for a federal agency, ensuring high-performance and secure connectivity across multiple enclaves while providing expert troubles...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovation as a Technology Operations Lead, blending IT support and cybersecurity while integrating emerging technologies like AI. Collaborate across teams to enhance systems and support the fut...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $118K *

Join a team that powers FAA electronic system installations and upgrades. Drive project management and engineering tasks while collaborating with stakeholders across the U.S. Ensure compliance and enh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $122K *

Join our team to design and implement secure, scalable network systems that enhance mission-critical operations. Collaborate with skilled colleagues in a dynamic environment, ensuring reliability and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.