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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$115K - $150K *

Deliver innovative networking solutions and support projects to enhance client performance, collaborating with industry experts in a dynamic environment that fosters personal and professional growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that drives industrial networking solutions, enhancing performance through innovative network design and implementation in manufacturing environments, while collaborating with experts dedi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Optimize secure network infrastructure for mission-critical operations, ensuring compliance and operational readiness. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture and maintain high-performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $285K *

Elevate the design and development of complex networking systems, leading mechanical architecture from concept to production. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and ensure product reli...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing secure telecommunications infrastructure. This role combines hands-on support with strategic design, ensuring reliable operations in a mission-critical enviro...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of technical solutions by guiding them from concept to deployment. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, lead system design, and resolve complex integration challenges thro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Network Support Engineer, driving connectivity and performance in a dynamic enterprise environment. Collaborate globally while providing high-touch support to executives and...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $97K *

Elevate operational excellence by ensuring the reliability and performance of automated systems. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems to susta...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $166K *

Unlock your potential by improving network design and architecture for WAN and LAN systems, acting as a subject matter expert while providing essential support and solutions to enhance operational eff...

1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $155K *

Advance your career by designing and automating validation strategies for rack-scale networking infrastructures, ensuring reliability and scalability in hyperscale computing environments. Collaborate...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $275K *

Champion global WAN and cloud connectivity by leading design, implementation, and optimization of secure, high-performing network services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service r...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $213K *

Lead the charge in optimizing configuration management processes across the program lifecycle. Ensure data integrity and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance efficiency and del...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Shape the future of configuration management by leading and optimizing processes across the program lifecycle, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$243K - $315K *

Transform complex hardware into reliable services by leveraging your extensive Linux and infrastructure expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support advanced computing and data analytics for...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that designs groundbreaking Embedded Network Systems, enhancing wireless connectivity for a global audience. Collaborate with experts and leverage cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $130K *

Innovate ITSM processes using ServiceNow while optimizing ITIL practices and ensuring contract compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance service reliability and drive continuous improvemen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by designing and implementing secure, high-performance cloud networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure across on-premise and cloud environments...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's creating innovative system designs, ensuring compliance with architecture standards, and driving engineering documentation development. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver cut...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and integration of complex system requirements, ensuring compatibility with architectural frameworks while delivering innovative solutions that meet operational needs and enhance...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by ensuring 100% uptime in Data Center operations. Collaborate on process improvements, develop technical documentation, and lead facility management to support customer integratio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in supporting secure enclave systems through functional testing, system management, and security compliance while collaborating within a dedicated team to enhance operational efficienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative security solutions by leading teams in architecting, designing, and developing robust information systems. Drive the integration of security requirements into technology products w...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in delivering critical network capabilities for the Department of Defense. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, troubleshoot, and implement robust network and security architectu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $210K *

Accelerate our network security by architecting and maintaining resilient solutions, safeguarding digital assets while ensuring efficiency and compliance across both on-premises and cloud environments...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Oversee critical secure enclave development networks by ensuring functionality, compliance, and security. Partner with a dedicated team to enhance system performance and reliability while documenting...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information 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.