Explore Senior Network Engineer Jobs

Senior network engineers design, build, secure, and maintain the critical networks that keep organizations connected. They lead complex infrastructure projects, troubleshoot high-impact issues, and help ensure reliable performance across data centers, cloud environments, and enterprise systems. Explore vetted senior network engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Senior Network Engineers Do

Responsibilities often include developing network architecture, configuring routers and switches, monitoring performance, strengthening security, and resolving escalated outages. Senior engineers may also guide technology migrations, document standards, coordinate with vendors, and mentor network operations teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with enterprise routing and switching, TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking, and network monitoring. Knowledge of cloud networking, automation, scripting, and security practices can also be valuable. Many roles call for a degree in computer science or a related field, relevant certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Where Senior Network Engineers Work

Senior network engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, government, and other industries. Depending on the organization, roles may focus on corporate networks, data centers, cloud infrastructure, network security, or large-scale connectivity.

Find Your Next Senior Network Engineer Role

Compare senior network engineer jobs by compensation, location, work arrangement, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their skills and career goals.

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$128K - $214K *

Lead the administration of AWS cloud services and enterprise systems, ensuring robust security and automation across critical infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$276K - $363K *

Shape the future of cloud security by building robust infrastructure defenses. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices, develop threat models, and implement secure defaults, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative MPLS WAN solutions for global networks, ensuring mission-focused service delivery and operational excellence while collaborating with government customers to mo...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in network engineering by designing, configuring, and optimizing high-performance data center networks and HPC storage solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance security a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of network engineering, designing and optimizing enterprise data center networks and HPC storage fabrics while ensuring robust security and performance across adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive process improvements and technical excellence in ceramic manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues, mentor junior engineers, and ensure sustained gains in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Empower your career by designing and maintaining secure enterprise network infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $215K *

Join our team as a Senior Systems Engineer to design and optimize secure cloud solutions, blending system engineering and modern development practices while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by guiding strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to design resilient systems that enforce Zero Trust principles and ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on tactical communications and advanced cybersecurity. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure resilien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing strategies and architectures for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on Zero Trust principles and resilient identity management solutions...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving innovation as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. Collaborate across functions to design scalable solutions, mentor junior engineers, and enhance engineering practices in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $176K *

Join us to develop innovative IoT solutions that address diverse customer challenges across various sectors. Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to create impactful, sustainable elec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the expansion and management of infrastructure across diverse environments, enhancing DevOps capabilities while collaborating with teams to meet critical mission objectives and ensure seamless c...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your DevOps expertise by managing infrastructure across diverse environments, collaborating with teams, and ensuring customer requirements are met. Engage in sprint planning and documentation...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Contribute to the design, implementation, and support of enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability across all company locations. Collaborate with teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Lead the design and enhancement of reliability frameworks for cloud-native products. Drive observability, incident management, and AI integration to ensure operational excellence and resilience across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement and technical initiatives to define product requirements, support sales strategies, and create repeatable solutions within storage architectures. Collaborate with R&D and fost...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing IP transport networks for RAN services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of Cisco platforms, enhancin...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate network performance by deploying, monitoring, and supporting secure, scalable networks. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and implement innovative solutions, ensuring high...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering support for advanced technology programs, driving mission performance improvements through analysis, risk management, and technical expertise in radar and electr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by supporting the design and development of power electronics systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure cost-effective solutions, verify performance, and contribute to technical docum...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to drive innovative software solutions, leveraging your expertise in Java and Python. Collaborate with engineers to enhance application security and build CI/CD processes, while mentorin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $138K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing advanced Strategic Fire Control Systems. Collaborate on subsystem upgrades and drive innovation in a critical defense environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $220K *

Unlock potential by managing and securing Linux-based enterprise systems, focusing on administration, automation, and operational support across diverse environments while ensuring compliance and syst...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior network engineer do?question toggle

    A senior network engineer designs and maintains network infrastructure, improves reliability and security, troubleshoots complex issues, and may lead projects or mentor other technical staff.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for senior network engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for substantial networking experience, knowledge of routing and switching, network security and troubleshooting skills, and relevant certifications or equivalent practical expertise.

  • Which skills can help a senior network engineer stand out?question toggle

    Experience with cloud networking, automation and scripting, security, network architecture, and large-scale infrastructure projects can help candidates stand out.

  • Do senior network engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Many senior network engineer roles offer compensation at or above $100,000, though pay depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find senior network engineer jobs?question toggle

    You can explore senior network engineer opportunities on Ladders and compare openings by compensation, location, work arrangement, and job responsibilities.