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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$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to execute complex physical electrical designs for medium- and high-voltage substations and utility-scale projects, ensuring quality and compliance from concept through constructio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of AI integration by leading the development of compliant, auditable tools for the VA Medical Disability Exam program, enhancing processes and ensuring quality for Veterans' medic...

Virginia, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development of innovative packaging solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure sustainability and cost-effectiveness while meeting diverse product needs and strategic goal...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$111K - $211K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights as a Full Stack Software Engineer. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and deploy high-performance applications that support cr...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading trajectory generation and controls. Collaborate across teams to deliver safe, optimized solutions while enhancing vehicle performance through innovati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$230K - $368K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team that builds innovative solutions across full stack, focusing on customer needs and delivering impactful results in a fast-paced, startup-like environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $198K *

Transform your career by leading innovative fire engineering projects, mentoring teams, and driving business development. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver complex design solutions while ensur...

Lenexa, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Inspire and elevate design excellence as you lead a talented team, setting and maintaining visual standards, driving innovative campaigns, and partnering cross-functionally to advance Dandy's brand an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion data excellence by designing and optimizing scalable data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in data processing, ensuring alignment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power interconnect solutions by collaborating with customers and internal teams. Drive technical discussions, translate architecture needs, and support product development to enhan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading energy engineering initiatives that drive project success. Collaborate with sales and operations teams to deliver innovative energy efficiency solutions while ensuring t...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engage with clients by providing technical support, conducting presentations, and assisting in sales activities. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product alignment with customer needs while ma...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $200K *

Transform customer experiences by providing technical expertise and solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver impactful product demonstrations and address technical challenges...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Grow your career with us as you architect and scale innovative AI safety solutions, collaborating across teams to develop automated systems that enhance security and align advanced AI technologies wit...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $240K *

Contribute to the success of our business by providing technical expertise in pre-sales and post-sales support, engaging with customers to address inquiries, and ensuring effective utilization of netw...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of federal spectrum management by implementing and maintaining secure Azure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering actionable insights through data analysis, visualization, and reporting. Collaborate across departments to enhance decision-making with automated dashboards and performa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust security controls across hybrid environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance overall protection and response cap...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $145K *

Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of AI-native solutions, designing robust agentic systems and workflows while closely collaborating with SMEs to enhance real user value through effective feedback mechanisms and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$57K - $108K *

Engage in innovative BIM/VDC projects, delivering precise drafting services and managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with clients to create detailed piping drawings and advanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$228K - $285K *

Transform the design landscape by leading a talented team to elevate visual and interaction quality in financial software. Drive innovation, simplify complex workflows, and inspire designers to delive...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $130K *

Drive technical excellence by evaluating customer silicon devices and translating complex requirements into manufacturable solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure product feasibility and success...

CanadaRemote

2 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.