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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$190K - $267K *

Empower user engagement by developing innovative Android applications that enhance content discovery and community interaction. Collaborate across teams to drive impactful user experiences and improve...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion safety excellence by overseeing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering a strong safety culture. Lead teams, manage audits, and enhance customer relationships while driving cont...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by building and validating discrete-event simulation models for automated material handling systems. Collaborate with teams to analyze performance, support customer engagements, and m...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$186K - $285K *

Elevate your impact by defining the technical vision and architecture for critical platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges while leading modernization and engine...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $257K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading thermal-mechanical design initiatives. Drive innovation in fuel product development while fostering a collaborative culture and ensuring alignmen...

Wilmington, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Explore innovative solutions as you architect and maintain data migration pipelines, ensuring seamless client onboarding and enhancing platform performance through scalable features and robust enginee...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$116K - $164K *

Engineer comprehensive land development projects for EV and AV charging stations. Oversee design, permitting, and construction phases while managing budgets and client communications. Collaborate with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving the design and deployment of AVEVA MES projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality solutions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance user adoption...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in cost management for complex capital projects in the Energy & Natural Resources sector. Lead client interactions, mentor teams, and ensure financial control throughout the project l...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$172K - $215K *

Advance your career by leading software development initiatives, driving architecture design, and optimizing performance in a collaborative environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI-driven solutions that transform the insurance broker experience. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and optimize full stack features, driving au...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of enterprise UI by building and evolving management consoles for Kubernetes and AI products. Collaborate with a senior team to create trusted interfaces and integrate with platform A...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Innovate backend systems for a global eCommerce platform, focusing on API design, service architecture, and system performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance integrations and scal...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Champion the design systems for institutional and consumer products, ensuring precision and accessibility. Collaborate closely with engineers to deliver high-quality components and documentation, driv...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Deliver technical leadership in high-voltage transmission line projects, ensuring excellence in planning, design, and execution. Collaborate across teams, mentor staff, and uphold quality standards wh...

Meridian, IDRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$159K - $254K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative Android system applications, enhancing device management and user experience. Collaborate across functions to build scalable solutions that empower...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing EV telematics and charging patterns. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and drive product innovation, shaping the future of electric...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise solution implementations by leading requirements analysis, designing scalable architectures, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and manage c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer client relationships by uncovering challenges and identifying tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to advance opportunities and deepen understanding of Treasury and Capital Markets, driv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Empower enterprise infrastructures by designing automated workflows for secure, scalable network management. Utilize advanced scripting and automation to optimize systems while leveraging your experti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $289K *

Shape the future of customer success by driving strategic transformations and fostering relationships with C-suite stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer satisfaction and retention...

Kirkland, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze employee engagement data, guide organizations in strategy development, and facilitate workshops to enhance workplace culture. Collaborate with HR leaders globally to...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic business development initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving growth in the architecture and engineering sectors. Collaborate with multidisci...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$137K - $183K *

Empower your career by leading capital projects in commissioning. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful startup and adherence to safety standards while traveling extensively to drive pro...

Green Bay, WIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.