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 - $130K *

Build seamless connectivity solutions for leased data centers by leading design and delivery of network and power infrastructure. Collaborate across teams and manage multiple projects to ensure timely...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to lead critical network operations, ensuring robust configurations and monitoring for seamless performance. Leverage your expertise to maintain security and reliability in our infrastru...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $110K *

Explore exciting opportunities as you oversee the administration and security of network systems. Leverage your expertise to ensure optimal performance and reliability, while collaborating with cross...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of the performance and maintenance of high-performing network infrastructure, ensuring operational stability and support for the Museum's critical, 24/7 connectivity needs across variou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $121K *

Transform security protocols by providing technical solutions and assurance services. Collaborate with teams to enhance information security, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with feder...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise AI capabilities by engineering Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design resilient platforms and ensure compliance while leveraging advanced technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $290K *

Oversee the design and evolution of global backbone architecture, driving initiatives in traffic engineering, capacity planning, and network automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure strateg...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software systems through model-based engineering. Collaborate with experts to develop, integrate, and manage complex systems in an Agile environment, ensuring...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K *

Transform knowledge into practice by instructing security professionals on advanced Network Security Systems, including hands-on training and curriculum development, ensuring they master essential tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's evolving core systems for global infrastructure. Lead technical strategy, enhance scalability, and mentor engineering talent while collaborating cross-functionally to drive impactfu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading systems engineering for advanced pharmacy automation solutions. Drive innovation through technical leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement across complex...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by validating and implementing robust security solutions across dynamic environments. Leverage your skills to identify vulnerabilities, ensure co...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Deliver comprehensive technical security assessments and system designs, ensuring compliance with Cybersecurity standards while validating requirements and mitigating risks across various computing en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $149K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Systems Engineer, managing complex IT systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance system performance, security, and user experience...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's building high-performance distributed GPU training infrastructure. You'll design and implement systems software, ensuring reliability and efficiency in complex, fault-tolerant envir...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a mission-focused team to develop and deploy systems, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software while collaborating closely with users and stakeholders to meet critical operational n...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage with teams to design, implement, and maintain cutting-edge IT systems while supporting mission-critical upgrades and deployments in a dynamic environment. Collaborate effectively to ensure robu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative system solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and upgrade IT systems, ensuring efficient operations for defense initiatives through meticulo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate network performance by designing, supporting, and troubleshooting Navy network devices. Drive modernization efforts while ensuring high-quality data transmission across coalition networks and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Tackle complex network design and implementation challenges, ensuring robust connectivity and interoperability across Navy and coalition networks while supporting modernization efforts and maintaining...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion telecommunications excellence by overseeing infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance on design and construction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver hi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering for a data-intensive network observability platform, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on customer experience and business goals while...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in securing classified information systems by designing robust security architectures, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Drive continuous monitor...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $149K *

Champion the integration of firmware and hardware for advanced Ethernet PHY subsystems, collaborating with teams to deliver tailored IPU and FNIC solutions that enhance performance, security, and syst...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$164K - $232K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of programmable Infrastructure Processing Units. As a System Integration Engineer, you'll integrate hardware and firmware solutions, collaborating with top cloud...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.