Remote Network Engineering Manager Jobs
Remote Network Engineering Manager jobs are open across the U.S. in telecommunications, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise technology, at remote-first firms and distributed teams managing large-scale network operations. Employers hiring remotely right now include JH TECH, IQ Fiber, and CrowdStrike. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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POSITION OVERVIEW :
Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across the organization. Provides technical expertise in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
- Monitor network performance and implement improvements to optimize reliability and throughput.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
- Assist in network capacity planning and scalability initiatives.
- Implement and maintain network security measures in compliance with organizational standards.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams on projects and technology upgrades.
- Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for operational continuity.
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer : This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in network engineering or administration.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), LAN/WAN technologies, and network security principles.
- Experience with enterprise-grade networking hardware and software (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.).
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud networking solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
JOB CONDITIONS :
- Some travel required
- On-call support for critical network incidents as needed.
Preferred Skills/Knowledge:
Advanced hands on knowledge of multiple firewall vendor products. Advanced hands on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solution. Advanced hands on experience with F5 load-balancers solution.
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, dental, life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, 6.67–13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.
Pay Range: $83,799.00 - $180,202.00
Colorado Pay Ranges: Colorado Springs, Grand Junction $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Henderson, Mead $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; Gypsum $100,559.00 - $160,894.00
Illinois Pay Ranges: Effingham, Kankakee, Lincoln, Quincy, Rockford $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Aurora, Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Forest View, Joliet, Schaumburg, Summit-Argo, Zion $100,559.00 - $160,894.00.
New York Pay Ranges: Plattsburgh, Buffalo, Watertown, North Chili, Nichols, Montgomery $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; East Syracuse $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; West Babylon $112,626.00 - $180,202.00
New Jersey Job Postings: $83,799.00 - $146,414.00
This compensation range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting pay range in NJ. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay is determined by experience relative to the job, market level, specific location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Regular full & part-time employees (who complete 91 days of employment and work a minimum average of 17 hours per week) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage, tuition reimbursement. Full/part-time employees who are age 21 are eligible for 401(k) after one month of employment.
EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
POSITION OVERVIEW :
Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across the organization. Provides technical expertise in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
- Monitor network performance and implement improvements to optimize reliability and throughput.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
- Assist in network capacity planning and scalability initiatives.
- Implement and maintain network security measures in compliance with organizational standards.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams on projects and technology upgrades.
- Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for operational continuity.
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer : This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in network engineering or administration.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), LAN/WAN technologies, and network security principles.
- Experience with enterprise-grade networking hardware and software (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.).
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud networking solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
JOB CONDITIONS :
- Some travel required
- On-call support for critical network incidents as needed.
Preferred Skills/Knowledge:
Advanced hands on knowledge of multiple firewall vendor products. Advanced hands on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solution. Advanced hands on experience with F5 load-balancers solution.
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, dental, life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, 6.67–13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.
Pay Range: $83,799.00 - $180,202.00
Colorado Pay Ranges: Colorado Springs, Grand Junction $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Henderson, Mead $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; Gypsum $100,559.00 - $160,894.00
Illinois Pay Ranges: Effingham, Kankakee, Lincoln, Quincy, Rockford $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Aurora, Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Forest View, Joliet, Schaumburg, Summit-Argo, Zion $100,559.00 - $160,894.00.
New York Pay Ranges: Plattsburgh, Buffalo, Watertown, North Chili, Nichols, Montgomery $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; East Syracuse $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; West Babylon $112,626.00 - $180,202.00
New Jersey Job Postings: $83,799.00 - $146,414.00
This compensation range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting pay range in NJ. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay is determined by experience relative to the job, market level, specific location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Regular full & part-time employees (who complete 91 days of employment and work a minimum average of 17 hours per week) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage, tuition reimbursement. Full/part-time employees who are age 21 are eligible for 401(k) after one month of employment.
EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote network engineering manager jobs.
- 8 or more years of network engineering experience with at least 2 in a management role
- Deep knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
- Experience designing and managing enterprise or carrier-grade network infrastructure
- CCNP or CCIE certification, or equivalent vendor-neutral credentials such as JNCIE
- Proficiency with network automation tools and scripting languages such as Python or Ansible
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related engineering field
Tips for Your Remote Network Engineering Manager Job Search
Prove your async leadership on paper
Remote hiring managers look for evidence that you can lead a distributed team without daily stand-ups. Document specific examples of async decision-making, written technical direction you've given, and projects you drove to completion across time zones.
Highlight remote network tooling you know
Call out the specific platforms you use for remote network monitoring, infrastructure-as-code, and team collaboration. Tools like Ansible, Terraform, and network observability platforms signal to remote employers that you can manage infrastructure without being on-site.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote network engineering manager openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search the current roles, find ones that match your background and target environment, and apply directly before postings fill.
Prepare for a distributed team interview
Remote interviews for manager roles often include a panel of engineers from different locations and time zones. Practice explaining how you set technical direction in writing, how you run async standups, and how you keep a geographically spread team aligned without micro-managing.
Remote Network Engineering Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote network engineering manager job?
Target remote-first technology companies, managed service providers, and distributed enterprise teams, as these hire network engineering managers remotely far more often than traditional on-site organizations. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear async written communication, and hands-on depth in routing protocols, network automation, and cloud networking. A demonstrated history of leading distributed engineering teams or managing projects without in-person oversight gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote network engineering managers?
Employers currently hiring remote network engineering managers include JH TECH, IQ Fiber, and CrowdStrike, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, managed service providers, and cloud infrastructure companies make up the bulk of this hiring, often running fully distributed engineering teams across multiple time zones.
Can you get a remote network engineering manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level manager roles are harder to land because you must operate independently from day one without on-site support. Smaller remote-first companies and startups are the most likely to consider candidates earlier in their careers. Showing a portfolio of network projects you led, certifications like CCNP or CCIE, and evidence of async team coordination can substitute meaningfully for direct management experience.
Do you need a degree for remote network engineering manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers treat hands-on network engineering experience, vendor certifications, and a record of leading technical teams as equivalent to a four-year degree. What matters most is your ability to architect, manage, and troubleshoot complex networks and to lead a distributed team without constant oversight. A strong certifications profile and documented project outcomes can open the same doors a degree would.
Which industries hire the most remote network engineering managers?
Most remote network engineering manager openings sit in Banking & Financial Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on geographically distributed infrastructure and engineering teams, making remote management of network operations a practical and common arrangement.
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