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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$85K - $170K *

Engage in our DevSecOps practice to develop APIs and integrations, ensuring secure systems and effective communication between stakeholders and developers. Contribute to continuous improvement while m...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive technical excellence by shaping the core architecture of a leading analytics platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features while mentoring engineers and influen...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving financial insights and pricing strategies to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client proposals and contract renewals while navigatin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as you lead engineering teams in building innovative platforms and AI experiences. Collaborate across departments to drive technical direction and elevate team performance while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $120K *

Drive civil design excellence for federal projects, leading multidisciplinary teams in land development, transportation, and utility infrastructure. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver in...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and administration of complex network environments, collaborating across teams to implement standardized solutions using Cisco technologies. Ensure seamless deployment and support whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the growth of a self-directed engineering team, shaping processes, technical direction, and compliance in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Balance hands-on coding with leadership to drive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $165K *

Drive operational excellence by providing 24/7 Tier 1 support for classified cloud environments. Analyze system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure platform reliability while coordinating wit...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$154K - $159K *

Analyze and troubleshoot Linux and Kubernetes systems in a 24/7 environment, ensuring platform health and operational efficiency while coordinating customer support and case management for classified...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Oversee global EPC proposal processes for Battery Energy Storage Systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions while driving continuous improveme...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Innovate in a dynamic full-stack development role, enhancing web applications and cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems, integrate APIs, and improve user experiences while lever...

Homestead, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative energy solutions by bridging engineering expertise with business development, driving energy savings and enhancing building performance across diverse markets...

Fremont, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $184K *

Pioneer the development and operational convergence through automation, designing CI/CD pipelines and driving release process efficiency to enhance software delivery across diverse teams and projects...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

The Integration Engineer will develop APIs and integration capabilities to connect data, services, and systems within a DevSecOps practice. This role involves understanding stakeholder needs, ensuring...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

Reno, NVRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $160K *

The Integration Engineer will develop APIs and integration capabilities to connect data, services, and systems within a DevSecOps practice. This role involves understanding stakeholder needs, ensuring...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading technical strategy for client systems, shaping architecture across platforms, and driving multi-team initiatives in a hands-on role that influences security and reliabil...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by driving business development initiatives, building key client relationships, and identifying growth opportunities to enhance market position and achieve fina...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by providing mechanical engineering expertise for hypersonic weapons systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and lifecycle sustainment of...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing intuitive frontend applications that empower merchants to create and customize their online experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable tools u...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $176K *

Lead complex water resources projects, integrating technical and commercial strategies while guiding multidisciplinary teams through planning, execution, and client engagement to ensure successful del...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $167K *

Drive efficiency at the intersection of product development and customer engagement by building integrations and automations that empower teams with timely, relevant product knowledge and streamline w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative energy solutions by leading electrical design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality standards in protection and controls engineering. Collaborate with teams...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $275K *

Champion innovation in aerospace as a technical authority, leading system architecture and integration for advanced interceptor products while ensuring mission success and technical integrity across m...

Huntsville, ALRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.