Network Systems Engineer Jobs

Explore Network Systems Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals design, build, secure, and maintain the networks that keep organizations connected. Browse vetted opportunities across industries and find roles that match your experience, technical strengths, and career goals.

What Does a Network Systems Engineer Do?

Network Systems Engineers plan and manage the infrastructure that supports data, voice, and cloud connectivity. Their work can include configuring routers and switches, monitoring network performance, troubleshooting outages, improving security, and helping organizations scale reliable systems. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on enterprise networks, data centers, cloud environments, or telecommunications.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with routing and switching, network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, wireless systems, and network monitoring tools. Knowledge of cloud networking, automation, cybersecurity, and scripting can also be valuable. Relevant certifications—such as Cisco, CompTIA, or cloud-provider credentials—may strengthen an application, while communication and problem-solving skills help engineers work effectively across teams.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Network Systems Engineers can advance into senior engineering, network architecture, infrastructure management, or cybersecurity leadership. Opportunities span technology, finance, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and other sectors that depend on secure, high-performing networks. Compensation varies by location, experience, specialization, and employer; Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

Find Network Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover Network Systems Engineer openings aligned with your qualifications and compensation goals. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and take the next step toward a role where you can build dependable, secure network infrastructure.

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$110K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of the nationwide 5G wireless network by delivering scalable architectures and advancing network reliability. Drive strategic upgrades and optimize performance to meet evolving te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $198K *

Lead the design and development of complex systems, translating customer needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and support national security mission...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the evaluation and enhancement of enterprise network environments. Assess current infrastructure, identify gaps, and develop strategic remediation roadmaps while collaborating with IT leadership...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative MPLS WAN solutions for global networks, ensuring mission-focused service delivery and operational excellence while collaborating with government customers to mo...

3 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Champion the design, modernization, and security of critical enterprise networks, ensuring operational continuity for government communications. Lead multiple complex projects, providing expert guidan...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $171K *

Contribute to our digital transformation as a Systems Engineer, leveraging Model-based Engineering and Agile practices to enhance national defense capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading advanced network engineering efforts, optimizing large-scale Cisco environments, and enhancing security protocols. Drive modernization projects and ensure seamless connectiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$122K - $184K *

Deliver technical expertise as a Sr. Principal Engineer Systems, overseeing systems engineering disciplines to ensure program success. Collaborate across teams to manage requirements, verification, an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $149K *

Join a team that's advancing network innovation in a large-scale enterprise environment. Lead architectural design and modernization efforts, ensuring security and performance while mentoring engineer...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $166K *

Lead the management and optimization of the city's network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to design innovative solutions and suppo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to design and integrate electroextraction systems, engaging in hands-on testing and troubleshooting while collaborating across disciplines to advance critical minerals recovery technol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $137K *

Transform systems engineering through innovative test solutions, collaborating with teams to develop comprehensive test plans and automate processes. Drive excellence in system evaluations and custome...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $145K *

Execute network compliance and security strategies, ensuring adherence to DoD standards while managing multi-vendor environments and automating processes to enhance operational efficiency and security...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and innovation as a critical technical resource. Leverage your expertise in network engineering, VPN solutions, and security protocols to maintain and enhance a 24x7 class...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $118K *

Manage and execute installation projects for communications systems, ensuring compliance and technical excellence while collaborating with stakeholders across FAA regions. Embrace travel opportunities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us to configure, integrate, and optimize enterprise security systems, ensuring reliable performance while bridging installation and advanced configuration. Collaborate with engineers to deliver m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$181K - $226K *

Empower innovation as you develop and optimize networking software, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and drive strategic decisions in a fully remote environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $302K *

Develop and enhance networking software as a key member of our engineering team. Collaborate on product ideation, optimize performance, and ensure security throughout the product lifecycle in a fully...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $171K *

Help us transform mission planning solutions as a Principal Systems Engineer, driving Agile development and engineering analysis to create innovative capabilities and ensure compliance with standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating and scaling network infrastructure across diverse global datacenters, enhancing performance and security while collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust so...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $205K *

Lead the charge in transforming security operations by designing and building an advanced agent-based SOC infrastructure. Balance hands-on security engineering with automation while advancing detectio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $225K *

Unlock potential by providing senior-level expertise in designing, implementing, and sustaining secure, scalable networks. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance mission-critical operations and lea...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Manage and optimize IT systems architecture with Cisco & Meraki. Collaborate on integrating emerging technologies, automating tasks, and ensuring network availability. Mentor junior staff while overse...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $210K *

Lead the charge in advancing network innovation by designing and implementing robust routing and switching architectures, ensuring security, scalability, and performance across the enterprise network...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $125K *

Lead innovative systems engineering initiatives to deliver comprehensive solutions, engaging cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Drive hands-on testing and validation processes, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Network Systems Engineer designs, implements, monitors, and troubleshoots network infrastructure. Responsibilities may include configuring network equipment, improving performance and security, supporting cloud connectivity, and resolving service issues.

  • What skills are important for Network Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include routing and switching, TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking, network monitoring, and troubleshooting. Cloud networking, automation, cybersecurity, and scripting experience may also be useful.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in a Network Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role, but employers often look for a degree or equivalent technical experience and a track record managing network environments. Certifications such as Cisco, CompTIA, or cloud-provider credentials may be preferred or required for some positions.

  • How much do Network Systems Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Network Systems Engineer roles.

  • What career paths can follow a Network Systems Engineer role?question toggle

    Professionals may progress to senior network engineering, network architecture, infrastructure leadership, cloud networking, or cybersecurity roles, depending on their interests and experience.