Senior Hardware Engineer Jobs

Explore Senior Hardware Engineer jobs for experienced professionals ready to shape the next generation of electronic products and systems. From defining hardware architecture to guiding designs through prototyping, validation, and production, senior engineers solve complex technical challenges and help teams deliver reliable products. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Senior Hardware Engineers Do

Senior Hardware Engineers lead or contribute to the design and development of electronic hardware, including circuit boards, embedded systems, components, and larger product platforms. Responsibilities may include selecting components, creating schematics and layouts, evaluating performance, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with firmware, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and product teams. The scope varies by employer, industry, and product.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep experience in hardware design and development, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to take products from concept through testing and release. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include analog or digital circuit design, PCB design, signal integrity, power electronics, embedded systems, product verification, and industry-specific standards. Senior-level positions may also call for technical leadership, design reviews, mentoring, and clear communication across teams.

Industries and Career Paths

Senior Hardware Engineers work across industries such as consumer electronics, semiconductor and computing, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial technology. Career paths can lead to principal or staff engineering roles, hardware architecture, engineering management, or specialized technical leadership, depending on a professional’s interests and experience.

Find Senior Hardware Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Senior Hardware Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by location, company, industry, and responsibilities to find a position that matches your technical strengths and career goals. Review each listing for its specific qualifications, compensation, and work arrangements.

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$66K - $106K *

Elevate quality assurance standards by independently managing automated testing, defect lifecycle, and documentation. Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance, while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of toolpath systems by developing algorithms that enhance milling machine efficiency and precision. Collaborate with a skilled team to tackle complex mathematical challenges and o...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $250K *

Transform complex financial workflows into intuitive designs, leading end-to-end product design efforts. Collaborate with teams to create user-centric experiences, leveraging data insights and innovat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower a globally distributed team to build and enhance an in-house ERP application, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, accoun...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $165K *

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Denver, CORemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$193K - $309K *

Pioneer innovative developer experiences by setting technical direction and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to design solutions that empower engineers, leveraging AI to redefine software...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize our geocoding platform by managing a robust data foundation. You'll engage in high-impact projects, working on integrations, modeling, and serving location data while leveraging AI to enhance...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $196K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$104K - $149K *

Accelerate product development by defining, designing, and prototyping features for payment platforms across multiple ecosystems, leveraging technical expertise and AI tools to enhance user experience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $211K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $139K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $212K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team of expert engineers to innovate a Kubernetes resource management platform, enhancing DevOps productivity and addressing complex engineering problems in a dynamic environment...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Oversee complex project delivery, ensuring alignment with client goals and financial control. Lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and drive proactive actions for successful outcomes using estab...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $341K *

Elevate your career by leading customer engagements in New England, driving FPGA design opportunities, and collaborating with engineering teams to secure design wins and enhance market presence...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $208K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$208K - $306K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering excellence by leading platform services that enhance software development. Drive innovation, consolidate capabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Tucson, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Hardware Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Hardware Engineer designs, develops, tests, and improves electronic hardware. The role may involve circuit and PCB design, component selection, prototyping, validation, troubleshooting, and coordination with cross-functional teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Hardware Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek a degree in electrical, computer, or a related engineering field and substantial experience in hardware development. Specific roles may require expertise in areas such as PCB design, analog or digital circuits, embedded systems, signal integrity, or product testing.

  • How much do Senior Hardware Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for their stated salary and compensation details.

  • Where do Senior Hardware Engineers work?question toggle

    Senior Hardware Engineers work in industries including semiconductors, computing, consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, and industrial technology.

  • What are common career paths for Senior Hardware Engineers?question toggle

    Experienced engineers may advance into principal or staff engineering, hardware architecture, specialized technical leadership, or engineering management. The best path depends on an individual’s expertise and career goals.