Senior Engineer Jobs

Explore Senior Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Senior engineers bring deep technical expertise to complex projects, guide implementation, and help teams build reliable, scalable products and systems.

What Senior Engineers Do

Senior engineers design and deliver technical solutions, review code or engineering work, troubleshoot challenging issues, and make decisions that support performance, security, and maintainability. Depending on the field, they may specialize in software development, cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, hardware, or other disciplines. Many roles also involve mentoring colleagues and collaborating across product, design, operations, and business teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Requirements vary by specialty, but employers commonly look for substantial hands-on experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency with relevant tools, technologies, and engineering practices. Clear communication, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead projects or influence without formal authority can also be important. Highlight measurable results, such as improving system reliability, speeding delivery, or reducing costs, when presenting your experience.

Find Senior Engineer Roles on Ladders

Browse senior engineering opportunities and use Ladders to focus your search on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries, and responsibilities to find openings that match your expertise, leadership strengths, and career goals.

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$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in power generation, focusing on excitation systems. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while enjo...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative electrical design solutions while leading projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, mentoring junior engine...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $151K *

Shape the future of automotive technology by providing expert application support and innovative solutions to OEMs and Tier suppliers across the Western and Southwest United States, driving customer e...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative civil structural engineering solutions for substation projects, focusing on design, quality assurance, and client collaboration. Lead teams in developing foundational and structural d...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading structural engineering reviews for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to optimize design, support financing, and deliver actionable insights...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex EPC projects for renewable energy, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget while mentoring teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Your expertise will drive clean po...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Lead the design and integration of advanced electrical and mechanical systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety while collaborating across engineering disciplines and me...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Transform data center infrastructure by leading electrical design projects from concept to commissioning. Leverage 10+ years of experience to drive design excellence and collaboration with cross-funct...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive the future of structural engineering by leading complex capital projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring technical excellence across diverse markets, particularly in healthcare. Collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovative water infrastructure solutions by leading structural design and analysis for critical facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success and community i...

San Diego, CARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Engage in the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers...

Riverside, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $153K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by delivering impactful software solutions. Collaborate on innovative projects, optimize data operations, and enhance user experiences while support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for federal projects. As a Senior Engineer, you'll oversee complex designs, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with rigorou...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $144K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative building automation systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage complex projects, and drive efficiency through advanced engineer...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Optimize your career by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure for federal spectrum management systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior enginee...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $170K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical engineering by executing capital projects, optimizing systems, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency in regulated environments. Bring your...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of critical firmware for safety-critical systems, collaborating across teams to optimize embedded platforms. Drive best practices and mentor engineers while ensuring reliability a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Engineer applies advanced technical expertise to design, build, improve, and maintain products or systems. The role may also include reviewing work, solving complex problems, mentoring teammates, and guiding technical decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the engineering specialty. Employers often seek several years of relevant experience, strong technical skills, a record of delivering projects, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.

  • Do Senior Engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Many senior engineering roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more, though compensation varies by specialty, location, employer, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • How can I stand out when applying for Senior Engineer positions?question toggle

    Tailor your resume to the role, emphasize relevant technologies and accomplishments, and quantify your impact where possible. Examples include improving reliability, increasing performance, reducing costs, or delivering projects successfully.