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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$118K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team of Senior Network Engineers to tackle complex networking challenges. Leverage your expertise in enterprise connectivity, security, and automation to directly support critical feder...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Network Engineer, providing critical support for Navy afloat networks. Engage with military personnel to ensure cybersecurity and IT integrity while delivering effective solut...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver high-quality technical support for Navy afloat networks, ensuring cybersecurity and operational integrity. Engage with military personnel to troubleshoot and resolve network issues in a fast-p...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Elevate enterprise networking solutions by designing, implementing, and managing robust infrastructure. This leadership role demands expertise in LAN/WAN, cloud integration, and network security to ad...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion advancements in enterprise networking by designing, implementing, and optimizing IT infrastructure. Lead teams on complex projects, ensuring robust connectivity and security across global ope...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $196K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering and supporting complex network infrastructures. You'll design, implement, and maintain advanced networking solutions while collaborating with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $137K *

Drive innovation as a Systems Engineer, collaborating across teams to transform national defense capabilities through advanced engineering practices and model-based solutions, ensuring integration and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $116K *

Lead the design and implementation of complex communication networks, ensuring optimal performance and efficient integration across multiple platforms while collaborating with vendors and internal tea...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing and enhancing live broadcast systems, driving reliability and operational success in a fast-paced media environment while ensuring excellence in system maintenance and fau...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$76K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team as you support and enhance secure network systems. Engage in hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and configuration of network infrastructure while collaborating with peers to en...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative network solutions by leading design, implementation, and optimization efforts that enhance enterprise telecommunications and ensure efficient operations for various infrastructures...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the reliability and evolution of global office networks by designing, deploying, and optimizing wired and wireless infrastructure while ensuring security and scalability for a hypergrowth enviro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $308K *

Join a team that's redefining network architecture and engineering. Leverage your expertise in routing protocols and silicon integration to innovate high-scale solutions and shape the future of networ...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform mission-driven innovation by architecting cutting-edge IT solutions that enhance global readiness, support secure communications, and resolve complex challenges impacting national security f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $140K *

Elevate software development by designing and implementing systems that leverage scientific analysis and mathematical models to optimize outcomes and enhance performance across diverse environments...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Discover innovative solutions by providing remote and on-site client support. Tackle technical challenges, optimize platforms, and enhance customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower next-generation network solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining robust infrastructures. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize performance and scalability for AI workloads while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Support critical HPC advancements by leveraging your network engineering expertise. Collaborate with skilled engineers in a mission-driven environment, enhancing security solutions for our nation. Mak...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Innovate network architecture for cutting-edge systems. Collaborate with teams to translate application needs into measurable fabric specifications and optimize performance across customer-facing netw...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $181K *

Engineer complex Wide Area Network projects, overseeing design, implementation, and operations. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver integrated IT solutions that support critical intellige...

6 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a zero-trust network security architecture that safeguards sensitive compute environments, ensuring robust access controls and security automation for ne...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in designing, managing, and troubleshooting client networks, facilitating technical support and customer documentation. Collaborate to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring operational ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $124K *

Unlock potential by joining a team focused on advanced Tier II support for network devices in a fiber optic transport network, ensuring operational excellence and 100% service availability across mult...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise network performance by engineering, optimizing, and securing multi-vendor infrastructures while ensuring compliance and modernizing systems in complex government environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Advance your career as a senior network engineer, providing critical support for classified and unclassified networks. Oversee network security, configuration, and compliance while mentoring junior te...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.