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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$95K - $115K *

Join the charge in advancing military vehicle integration by leveraging your mechanical expertise. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design, test, and implement innovative solutions for the...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex requirements into actionable system solutions, ensuring accuracy and traceability throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive technical closure and support miss...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $149K *

Transform systems engineering by supporting technical planning, requirements analysis, and system integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions while enhancing yo...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $149K *

Contribute to a dynamic technical team, ensuring robust systems engineering documentation and configuration control for mission-critical programs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ma...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Drive the direction and clarity of complex software systems, ensuring seamless operational integration while collaborating with diverse teams to meet critical requirements and enhance mission success...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Shape the future of software systems as you provide technical leadership, manage requirements, and drive operational support for a complex software application, ensuring robust collaboration across te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative software solutions by providing technical direction and managing requirements for a mission-critical system in a collaborative, fast-paced environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $184K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing system architectures and requirements for complex aerospace systems, utilizing model-based systems engineering to ensure mission effectiveness and design int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Empower network infrastructure by leading design, automation, and optimization efforts. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and mentor junior engineers in a secure, high-availability environ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Innovate and lead network solutions in a secure environment, driving automation and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance enterprise infrastructure and mentor junior engineers while tackling c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT support by spearheading user experience and optimizing workflows. Dive into hands-on administration while collaborating with team members on strategic initiatives to empower employees fro...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing robust security solutions while enhancing CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to safeguard systems, mitigate vulnerabilities, and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced network security solutions, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with teams to enhance security protocols and tools, driving innovation and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer, integrate, and optimize Linux server solutions, enhancing critical infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, secure solutions in mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $253K *

Unlock your potential in systems engineering for maritime programs of national importance. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to develop cutting-edge oceanic systems, enhancing your skills in a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion the development and integration of complex systems, ensuring alignment with operational needs and technical requirements throughout their lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance solution...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with us to support systems from concept through deployment, ensuring operational requirements are met. Collaborate with teams to define technical needs and enhance system performance throughout...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving high-performance networking software development through mastery of Rust and Go, focusing on low-level network programming and virtualization stack expertise to enhance sys...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation by developing and integrating RF systems for advanced defense technology projects, ensuring flawless functionality from prototype to testing while collaborating across multidisciplina...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $253K *

Engineer robust Linux infrastructures, automate deployments, and enhance secure networking solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ensure high availability in mi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Innovate in the design and development of U.S. Navy Navigation Systems, ensuring reliability and compliance. Lead hybrid system integration from concept to deployment while collaborating with cross-fu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $260K *

Lead the design and maintenance of secure systems in diverse environments, ensuring they meet enterprise-scale requirements while driving automation and compliance. Collaborate on strategic A&A activi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer a robust site network ensuring seamless integration of industrial controls, robotics, and IT traffic while supporting dynamic engineering teams and maintaining system reliability...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$132K - $165K *

Transform network infrastructure by leading complex initiatives and ensuring reliable operations. Drive design, automation, and incident response while mentoring engineers and collaborating across tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $148K *

Drive the deployment and maintenance of global private data networks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and cost-effective network solutions that enhance customer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.