Technology
Albuquerque's 700+ Tech Jobs Surge as Fiber Networks Expand
Broadband Office partnerships with providers coincide with more than 700 open tech positions listed on major job boards.
How we reported this
Albuquerque ranks 92nd nationally with a median download speed of approximately 312.92 Mbps even though 24 internet options offer symmetric fiber speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in parts of the city. The City of Albuquerque's Broadband Office is expanding fiber infrastructure through partnerships with Ezee Fiber, Gigapower, T-Fiber, and Vexus Fiber. Vexus is building a citywide 100% fiber network expected to take three years to complete.
Fiber Coverage and Provider Options
Quantum Fiber ranks as the top-rated provider with the most fiber coverage and speeds up to 1 gigabit for most households, potentially reaching 8 gigabits. Xfinity covers over 99 percent of residents with median speeds near 324 Mbps. About 19 percent of Albuquerque residents have access to 1-gigabit speed tiers. Vexus Fiber participates in the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program offering a $30 monthly subsidy for eligible households. Free indoor and outdoor WiFi is available at most City facilities, and low-cost options such as S Mobile 5G home internet start at $24.99 per month across the metro area.
These connectivity details matter for the local tech scene because over 700 active tech jobs and 323 Information Technology-specific roles appear on major platforms like Indeed and LinkedIn. Entry-level IT positions typically pay between $21.84 and $30.98 per hour while senior roles range from $99,000 to $128,000 annually. Major employers include Sandia National Laboratories with salaries from $102,400 to $199,700 per year, General Dynamics at $29.75 to $40.25 per hour, and Rocket Lab Corporation.
Job Market Ties to Connectivity
Common job titles include Software Developer with ranges of $78,853 to $167,565 per year, Technical Project Manager from $96,000 to $130,000 per year, and IT Support Specialist from $45,000 to $65,000 per year. Many Albuquerque tech roles require U.S. citizenship, DOE or TS security clearance, and certifications like Security+ due to the city's strong defense and aerospace industry presence. The Broadband Office work with multiple providers supplies the underlying infrastructure that supports these positions across the metro area.
Residents and employers can review current listings on Indeed and LinkedIn or contact the City of Albuquerque's Broadband Office through its listed programs to match available plans with job site requirements. The three-year Vexus timeline and existing provider coverage provide concrete benchmarks for planning technology-dependent work.