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 - $130K *

Innovate data-driven strategies by leading Business Intelligence initiatives, enhancing data flow, and collaborating across teams to unlock growth opportunities and inform decision-making through acti...

Carmel, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Innovate backend services and APIs in Node.js and TypeScript to enhance ad experiences across mobile and web platforms, collaborating with engineers and product teams to drive impactful advertising so...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $200K *

Empower measurement innovation by translating statistical methodologies into scalable production systems. Collaborate across teams to develop, deploy, and enhance data-driven products while ensuring h...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join our dynamic Security team to enhance secure delivery capabilities, transforming security requirements into reliable integrations and self-service workflows that empower engineers across our produ...

Union, NJRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $184K *

Lead the design and execution of electrical systems for mission critical facilities, collaborating with teams to ensure high availability and efficiency. Oversee projects from concept to construction...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Unlock your potential in a remote Mechanical Analysis role, supporting nuclear power uprates. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance power generation, manage resources, and mentor junior engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $193K *

Accelerate your career by leading the architecture and evolution of core frameworks for autonomous driving systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and drive techni...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining ASIC design verification. Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to ensure robust silicon designs through innovative testing strategies and methodologies, driving hi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $153K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of underground transmission line engineering. Leverage your expertise in design, cost analysis, and project management to deliver high-quality solutions for compl...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $152K *

Transform underground transmission line engineering by designing systems up to 500kV. Lead project teams, conduct cost analyses, and ensure compliance with industry standards while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $176K *

Lead the charge in evolving a cutting-edge financial assistant, enhancing user experience through innovative features and AI integration while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic st...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by owning web solutions end-to-end, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences, drive product improvements, and ensure system reliability. Your contrib...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K *

Transform communities through innovative civil engineering design. As a key technical lead, you'll drive impactful projects across various sectors, ensuring high-quality solutions while mentoring fell...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $231K *

Innovate and shape the future of AI platforms as a Senior Engineer, designing and building critical subsystems for enterprise Kubernetes environments. Collaborate with customers and mentor engineers t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $230K *

Deliver advanced electrical engineering solutions for hyperscale data centers. Lead design teams, oversee project execution, and ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering client relati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $227K *

Transform software development by designing and integrating advanced features for a cutting-edge air missile defense system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and ensure...

Lone Tree, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Manager in Deployed Engineering, leading hands-on deployments and building a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $244K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Design Engineer in nuclear facilities. Lead complex projects, enhance engineering processes, and drive technical excellence while collaborating with multidisc...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Champion customer solutions by developing technical expertise across platforms, integrations, and operational processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and ensure successful implementations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to customer success by developing technical expertise across platforms, integrations, and operational processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance solutions, while gainin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$466K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by building a cutting-edge ML data platform that enhances productivity for ML practitioners. Collaborate with experts to create innovative solutions for feature computation and sha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$190K - $225K *

Champion the development of innovative AI-driven applications, leading the design and delivery of a multi-tenant SaaS platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize workflows and enhance client...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by joining a dynamic DevSecOps team focused on enhancing CI-CD, Runtime, and AI platforms. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes and support a scalable Saa...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

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.