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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$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative structural solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality and efficiency across industrial, life sciences, and re...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Senior Structural Engineer, collaborating with Development, Architecture, and Construction teams to optimize structural design and enhance quality for industrial projec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $170K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft, ensuring seamless integration and performance across multiple disciplines while managing technical risks and program re...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated system performance from design to launch, balancing technical...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated spacecraft systems, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering disciplines. Drive technical execution from architecture to mission operations, balancin...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $100K *

Lead the charge in land development engineering, guiding teams through project phases while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule commitments are met. Mentor junior engineers and enhance technical ex...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading land development engineering projects, guiding teams from concept to delivery while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Play a pivotal role in mentoring an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading land development projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor junior engineers while ensuring project success from concept to delivery, all within budge...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading land development projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers. Drive technical excellence and enhance project delivery from concept to comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of land development engineering. Lead projects from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in land development engineering by leading project teams, ensuring quality and budget adherence, and mentoring junior engineers throughout the project lifecycle from concept to delive...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading safety evaluations and risk assessments for high-energy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety measures and compliance, ensuring operational exc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $172K *

Engineer strategic mine plans and business strategies to enhance resource value and operational efficiency while promoting safety and sustainability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Empower our engineering team by resolving on-site technical issues, ensuring project success through collaboration with contractors and engineers, and driving improvements in design and processes acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering by leading innovative design and analysis for diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring the next generation of engineers an...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by leading innovative design and analysis for diverse projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective solutions that enhance commun...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $159K *

Join a team that's driving innovative mechanical engineering solutions for complex building projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver sustaina...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$123K - $165K *

Drive innovative solutions in remote cardiac health monitoring, enhancing patient care while managing costs. Collaborate on hardware development and biomedical interfaces, ensuring robust designs for...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and oversee projects that modernize warehouse and distribution operations...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining our team as an electrical design expert, driving defect resolution and enhancing product quality through collaboration with cross-functional teams and hands-on engineeri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence by collaborating with top engineers to enhance process control systems, manage project timelines, and ensure quality outcomes in industrial automation environments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and analysis of complex electrical power systems. This role combines field and office work, providing expert support in protection, relay design, and commissioni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $262K *

Champion customer-centric engineering by leading cross-functional teams to enhance our marketplace. Drive AI adoption, improve operational efficiency, and ensure high-quality software delivery while f...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver innovative solutions that enhance community servic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.