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Meta

Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Mesa, AZ

$135K/yr

... content delivery network (CDN) across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of ...

Meta

Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Aiken, SC · On-site

$106K/yr

... content delivery network (CDN) across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of ...

Entarian

Cloud Network Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$64.25 - $85.75/hr

As the Cloud Network Engineer, you will supporting a lead role in the design, deployment ... Implement Content Delivery Networks (CDNs), load balancers, and other strategies to optimize user ...

Meta

Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Temple, TX

$135K/yr

... content delivery network (CDN) across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of ...

Entarian

Cloud Network Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$64.25 - $85.75/hr

As the Cloud Network Engineer, you will supporting a lead role in the design, deployment ... Implement Content Delivery Networks (CDNs), load balancers, and other strategies to optimize user ...

SoftNice INC

Network Engineer

Texas City, TX

... to deliver both television and theatrical content with extremely tight SLAs. This position will ... The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for all technical aspects of network ...

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How much do content delivery network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for content delivery network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Content Delivery Network Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectContent Delivery Network EngineerNetwork Engineer
CredentialsCertifications like CCNA, CCNP, or cloud certificationsCertifications like CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentFocus on CDN infrastructure, cloud platforms, and web performanceDesign, implement, and manage enterprise or service provider networks
Industry UsageWeb services, cloud providers, content delivery companiesTelecommunications, enterprise IT, service providers

While both roles involve networking skills, a Content Delivery Network Engineer specializes in optimizing web content delivery through CDN infrastructure, whereas a Network Engineer manages broader network systems and infrastructure. The roles often overlap in certifications and work environments, but their focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Content Delivery Network Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 73% Full Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,040 per year, or $52.4 per hour.
Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Network Engineer, Deployment & Support

Meta

Cedar Rapids, IA

$135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Meta rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

120th of 186 rated software companies

Job description

Meta's Edge & Network Services (ENS) team is actively looking for passionate people to help us tackle the unique set of challenges and opportunities we face, while contributing to our company mission of connecting the world. Our team is the execution arm of the Meta network team and is responsible for the deployment and support of all production networks (Edge, Backbone, Optical, and Datacenter) as well as our content delivery network (CDN) across the globe. This truly global team offers a unique career opportunity to work with all of the latest network technologies and talented engineers solving some of the most complex problems in the industry.
Network Engineer, Deployment & Support Responsibilities:
  • Deployment, configuration, and management of all network infrastructure on our data center campus
  • Work with partner teams and vendors to manage day-to-day operations and reliability of the regional network
  • Schedule and perform maintenance including upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning of production networks
  • Create deployment install packages and maintain as-built documentation and asset database for network and computing equipment
  • Establish and implement global best practices and contribute to the design of new scalable network solutions
  • Support the development, testing and integration of new hardware and software platforms into the network
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to support the network infrastructure 24x7
  • 10-30% travel based on project

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 6+ years of work experience responsible for designing, deploying and operating large-scale networks
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting routing and switching protocols (BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, RSVP-TE, VRRP)
  • Working knowledge of network protocols (TCP/UDP, DHCP, DNS) and experience with IPv4 and IPv6
  • Experience working in a multi-vendor environment with hands-on experience with networking hardware
  • Working knowledge of physical infrastructure design including structured cabling and fiber-optic cabling
  • Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against mission critical deadlines
  • Proven experience working in a global team environment and solving problems with limited supervision

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of 40/100G Ethernet and CWDM, DWDM and optical transport network technologies
  • Experience with field-based work in Data Centers, Colocation Facilities, Internet Exchanges, or Central Offices
  • Working knowledge of data center power and cooling infrastructure and critical facility operational best practices
  • Familiarity with the Linux based systems. • Experience with scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Perl)
  • Technical leadership and people management experience
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
  • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$135,000/year to $191,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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