Explore Telecommunications Specialist Jobs

Telecommunications specialists help organizations design, operate, secure, and improve the systems that keep people and businesses connected. Their work can span voice and data networks, wireless communications, fiber infrastructure, unified communications, and cloud-based services. Explore vetted telecommunications specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Telecommunications Specialists Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and level, but may include planning network capacity, configuring and monitoring communications systems, diagnosing service issues, coordinating installations, and maintaining reliable connectivity. Specialists may also assess vendors and technologies, document network standards, support cybersecurity and compliance requirements, and collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with network technologies and telecom platforms, along with analytical troubleshooting, project coordination, and clear communication. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include IP networking, routing and switching, wireless systems, fiber optics, VoIP, network monitoring, and cloud communications. Certifications and degrees can be valuable, but requirements differ across employers and specialties.

Telecommunications Career Paths

Telecommunications specialists work in industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, government, manufacturing, and telecommunications services. With experience, professionals may move into senior network engineering, telecom architecture, infrastructure leadership, technical consulting, or IT and communications management. Search current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find Telecommunications Specialist Opportunities on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse telecommunications specialist listings to find roles aligned with your technical strengths and career goals, and review each posting for specific salary, location, and experience details.

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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing technical support throughout the commissioning lifecycle of mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful execution of com...

New Jersey, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $110K *

Drive the design and support of an enterprise contact center ecosystem, integrating Dynamics 365, Azure, and telephony solutions to enhance customer interactions and agent workflows while ensuring rel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$147K - $220K *

Join our team to drive innovative network solutions, focusing on SD-WAN and cloud architecture. Lead hands-on prototyping and integration efforts while guiding technical strategies for resilient netwo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Champion network connectivity solutions by leading deployment efforts, optimizing topologies, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance security and modernize appli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $175K *

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

$67K - $142K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $198K *

Unlock your potential as a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, driving innovation in national defense through advanced modeling techniques and collaborative research. Join a dynamic team to shape the fu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Help us strengthen HR compliance practices by ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local employment laws. Collaborate with HR teams to provide guidance, conduct audits, and support employee rel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $176K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $134K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $104K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$137K - $263K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Empower the Field Engineering team by defining and enhancing enterprise networking standards, ensuring quality delivery, and supporting complex implementations across North America. Collaborate with s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a telecommunications specialist do?question toggle

    A telecommunications specialist helps design, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve communications systems such as data networks, wireless services, fiber infrastructure, and voice platforms. Specific duties depend on the employer and role.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for telecommunications specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value relevant experience with networking or telecom systems, troubleshooting ability, and collaboration skills. Some positions may request a degree, industry certifications, or specialized knowledge such as VoIP, wireless, or fiber optics.

  • Where do telecommunications specialists work?question toggle

    They work across many sectors, including telecommunications, technology, healthcare, finance, government, and manufacturing, wherever reliable voice and data connectivity is important.

  • Can telecommunications specialists earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced or specialized telecommunications roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, location, industry, technical expertise, and the scope of the position; check each listing for details.

  • What career paths are available for telecommunications specialists?question toggle

    Professionals may advance into senior network engineering, telecom architecture, infrastructure management, technical consulting, or communications and IT leadership, depending on their experience and interests.