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 *

Empower our growth strategy as a Senior Analyst in North American electricity markets. Collaborate with leadership, manage projects, and provide expert guidance to clients while mentoring staff and en...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$245K - $270K *

Shape the future as a hands-on engineer, architecting systems and driving best practices while crafting innovative solutions that leverage AI to enhance customer value and modernize legacy platforms...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $220K *

Partner with us to tackle complex engineering challenges, leveraging deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS. Collaborate closely with our VP of Engineering to innovate and deliver impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Transform critical facilities through expert commissioning leadership, ensuring effective project execution and collaboration across teams. Drive innovation in electrical systems while mentoring peers...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Build innovative interfaces that enhance AI development and observability. You'll design and prototype user experiences that empower AI teams to understand and improve their applications through effec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of pension administration by leading system changes, resolving complex issues, and translating Defined Benefits requirements into effective technology solutions while collaborating ac...

Florham Park, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$169K - $220K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare through innovative full-stack solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to build impactful tools, driving meaningful change while exercising technical owners...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $179K *

Drive the design of high-voltage transmission lines, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with specifications. Prepare technical reports and conduct independent reviews to support project succes...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer cutting-edge networking solutions for AI and HPC environments. Leverage your expertise in Ethernet fabrics and troubleshooting to enhance performance and reliability in large-scale data center...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $200K *

Transform the Southwest's waste management landscape by leading design and project management for Transfer Stations and MRFs. Drive business development and foster team growth while ensuring technical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative mineral processing solutions to enhance plant operations, optimize costs, and improve product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $220K *

Manage and elevate a team of engineers to deliver AI-powered healthcare solutions. Oversee project planning, architecture, and team development while ensuring high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced, re...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

Drive the technical direction of a cloud-based platform, shaping architecture and engineering standards while mentoring teams to deliver high-quality software at scale. Collaborate cross-functionally...

Seattle, WARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by providing expert imaging support in a dynamic hospital environment. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure optimal performance of diagnostic systems, enhancing patient care...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior MuleSoft Engineer, designing and implementing integration solutions for complex environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and drive o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with impactful Terafina implementation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to customize solutions, manage integrations, and support clients through all project phases...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $210K *

Join us to lead and grow the power engineering team, managing high-level projects in substation design and grid integration. Drive technical excellence and strategic initiatives while shaping our serv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $178K *

Lead flight test missions for advanced aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational readiness. Collaborate with military and civilian teams to develop test plans and evaluate re...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse teams in project controls, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic initiatives in the pharma/life sciences sector. Leverage your expertise to achie...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for energy projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure efficient design, execution, and quality assurance throughout all pro...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex aerodynamics into quantifiable performance standards, ensuring safe automated flight operations. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to define operational thresholds and enhanc...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $260K *

Shape the future of intelligent safety features by leading the development and deployment of cutting-edge video processing and edge computing solutions, ensuring real-time protection for drivers and w...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing engineering security for our SaaS platform. Collaborate with teams to identify risks, improve practices, and implement automation, ensuring secure development and robust v...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by optimizing in-building RF designs and ensuring compliance with mobile operator standards. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance DAS systems and manage project deliverables...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $195K *

Take ownership of developing and delivering software for packet forwarding engines, collaborating with engineers to design, implement, and test solutions for complex networking systems in a fast-paced...

Vancouver, BCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.