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 - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining RVing by developing cutting-edge software for embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle performance and stability, ensuring a modern, e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of architecture by leading design teams, mentoring talent, and building strong client relationships in a high-growth market. Drive excellence from concept to construction while enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$172K - $203K *

Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, manage procurement, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria a...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with standards while managing resources and timelines effectively...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering by integrating project elements, ensuring technical excellence, and driving successful outcomes in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will be ke...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Empower project success by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling aspects for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join us to integrate engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and effective coordination across disciplines while supporting project management and...

3 weeks ago

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

$111K - $138K *

Transform large-scale commercial projects by leveraging your structural engineering expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for office, healthcare, and entertainment...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform large-scale commercial structures with your expertise in design and project management. Collaborate with architects and clients to deliver innovative solutions for office buildings, healthca...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative structural design solutions for utility projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced environmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $239K *

Manage engineering projects by coordinating planning, design, and compliance to ensure successful completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and drive program...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Take ownership of complex Avionics and RF projects, ensuring timely delivery and integration across engineering functions while managing performance metrics and driving new business initiatives in a d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Accelerate progress at engineering projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with design standards, and resolving technical challenges to deliver successful outcomes in a fast-pa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Shape the future of engineering projects by coordinating planning, design compliance, and technical developments while ensuring successful project completion and adherence to standards and specificati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Manage project execution for the Fleet Ballistic Missiles program, collaborating with Navy and Lockheed Martin stakeholders to drive risk management and program success through effective communication...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Lead the execution of engineering projects within the FBM program, collaborating with Navy stakeholders to drive program success, manage risks, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive quality improvements and resolve production issues through collaboration and analysis. Your expertise will enhance manufacturing processes and ensure compliance, foste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Innovate and optimize our core fintech systems, leveraging AI-driven technologies while owning end-to-end product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful user experien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with diverse teams to design innovative electrical systems, ensuring project success through effective communication and technical expertise while driving producti...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing all phases of commercial construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among teams while supporting U.S. military projects on active bases...

4 weeks ago

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

$91K - $160K *

Drive innovation by developing and maintaining embedded software for flight systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy code and enhance functionality, ensuring efficient inte...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Advance project execution by overseeing design-build phases, managing subcontractors, and ensuring quality control. Mentor junior staff while contributing to project scheduling, cost reporting, and cl...

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Engineer, overseeing design-build projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams, manage subcontractors, and ensure quality execution while men...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality design-build projects. As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll oversee project execution, mentor junior staff, and ensure timely completion from de...

3 weeks ago

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

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.