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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$160K - $260K *

Lead a team that shapes geotechnical engineering standards and quality. Engage with infrastructure stakeholders to enhance trust in subsurface intelligence technology while driving technical excellenc...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Champion geotechnical engineering excellence by leading standards and quality. Engage with infrastructure stakeholders to enhance trust in subsurface intelligence technology while driving collaboratio...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of dental practice management by leading software development and strategy while optimizing user experiences and ensuring compliance as we expand into new markets, collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering by developing scalable Python microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to enhance real-time data processing and cloud-based solutions...

Bethesda, MDRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Drive excellence in network operations by providing 24/7 support, designing solutions, and ensuring compliance with security best practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer connectivity and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Drive team success by fostering a collaborative culture and high productivity. Lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and shape the technical roadmap to enhance user experiences while achieving...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $110K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing cyber security through innovative big data solutions. Leverage your expertise in Linux and distributed systems to support critical in...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$199K - $235K *

Elevate your career as you design and maintain backend services that manage customer entitlements and usage workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and deliver impa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion innovative data solutions by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines across Azure and Microsoft Fabric, ensuring high-quality data delivery and governance while leading engineering in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing DFT solutions for complex SoCs. Collaborate with design and verification teams to ensure optimal test coverage from RTL to silicon, driving innovation...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading medium-to-large initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering results through effective team collaboration and risk management. Your expertise will gu...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $267K *

Shape the future of app advertising by enhancing backend systems for conversion signals. Drive MMP integrations, SKAN processing, and App CAPI to ensure reliable app installs and in-app events for adv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $139K *

Unlock your creative potential as a Senior Designer, leading impactful projects across branding, presentations, and campaigns. Collaborate with a dynamic team to craft compelling visual narratives tha...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver high-quality SaaS products. Lead technical direction, enhance system architecture, and foster collaboration across teams to drive user-centric solutio...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$156K - $174K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of submarine combat systems through innovative software development and infrastructure architecture in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

Manassas, VARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $121K *

Drive the design and maintenance of data management systems, ensuring they meet business needs. Collaborate with a team to automate and secure data delivery while troubleshooting and enhancing EDI pro...

Winston Salem, NCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time while fostering strong...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale construction projects, managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance. Oversee project governance, track milestones, and enhance processes while fostering client relations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion the architecture of Enterprise AI, guiding a senior remote team in building robust solutions across AI gateways, Kubernetes, and multi-service systems while mentoring engineers and engaging w...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative software solutions, tackling complex customer challenges across the full engineering lifecycle. Collaborate closely with clients to translate needs...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineers and managers to provide technical guidance, perform analyses, and support project feasibility for innovative geotechnical solutions in a dynamic enviro...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $210K *

Lead the transformation of our build and deploy systems while enhancing developer efficiency, safety, and software delivery reliability. Collaborate across teams to drive technical innovation and opti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $126K *

Join our dynamic Engineering team to lead civil design projects, focusing on stormwater management and erosion control. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions while...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, bridging user needs and technical execution. Lead agile projects, enhance business processes, and drive stakeholder engagement to ensure succ...

Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead product security and compliance initiatives, ensuring clients meet regulatory standards across diverse sectors. Drive client engagement, deliver assessments, and enhance cybersecurity resilience...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.