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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading systems engineering efforts in developing, integrating, and testing secure enterprise infrastructure and products, while ensuring compliance with industry...
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Elevate your career by designing and optimizing cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and operational tooling. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance system reliability and performance in a fa...
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Unlock potential by leading the development of automated test systems, driving innovation in testing and validation processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliabil...
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Lead Senior Principal Forward Deployed Engineer (10566)
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Elevate your career by solving complex, high-impact problems with customers. As a senior technical leader, you'll drive innovative solutions in intelligent networking, AI, and cloud platforms, shaping...
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Innovate our Microsoft 365 environment by engineering solutions that enhance security, governance, and automation. Collaborate with teams to drive modernization initiatives and improve employee produc...
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Engage with us to develop and optimize ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data requirements into effective solutions, drivin...
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Sr. Principal Cyber Systems / Network Engineer
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Transform mission-critical networks by providing Tier-2 and Tier-3 support, analyzing systems, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security and efficiency...
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Innovate electrical engineering solutions by managing diverse projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design efficient electrical systems, including EV...
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Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead electrical design projects, mentor engineers, and innovate solutions for building systems, including EV charging infrastructure. Collaborate across dis...
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Join a top-tier team to develop cutting-edge SIGINT capabilities, tackling diverse technical challenges in systems engineering, RF/antenna engineering, and field operations while ensuring seamless int...
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Join a dynamic team to engineer advanced SATCOM systems, tackling diverse technical challenges in RF communications and systems integration. Lead the lifecycle from design to deployment, ensuring cutt...
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Unlock potential by leading systems engineering for SATCOM prototypes, tackling diverse technical challenges in RF communications, and collaborating with a top-tier team to develop innovative SIGINT c...
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Senior Workplace Platforms Engineer
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Join a team that's transforming workplace technology by designing and enhancing platforms for IT service management, identity, and automation, ensuring seamless operations and improved employee experi...
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Engage in a pivotal role as a Senior Systems Engineer, driving innovative solutions and system integration for unique customer missions. Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to ensure compliance an...
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Lead the design and implementation of enterprise network and security solutions, focusing on Cisco and Fortinet technologies. Collaborate across departments to deliver scalable, secure network infrast...
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Senior Network Engineer, Air Defense
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Architect robust network solutions for autonomous air defense systems, ensuring seamless connectivity from detection to engagement. Leverage your expertise in Linux networking to troubleshoot and main...
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Unlock your potential as a Senior Process Engineer, optimizing renewable energy processes, enhancing plant performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment focused...
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Unlock potential by leading the design and development of advanced systems for Naval Electronic Warfare. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance military capabilities in challenging environme...
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Drive operational excellence by managing complex systems engineering projects for critical radar systems, ensuring effective solutions that meet technical, schedule, and cost constraints while support...
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Lead the charge in delivering innovative systems engineering solutions for a high-priority nuclear modernization program, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to schedule and cost constraints w...
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Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering for a high-priority defense program. You'll engage in comprehensive engineering activities, ensuring mission success through effective desi...
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Elevate your career by providing expert Systems Engineering support for advanced Intelligence Architecture, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and enhance mission-critical syst...
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Transform the future of defense by leading systems engineering efforts for critical radar systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence and deliver innovative solutions that enhance...
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Join us to drive innovative solutions in systems engineering for major acquisitions. Leverage your expertise in DoD and IC processes to ensure timely transitions and effective risk management while co...
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What does a senior network engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
You can explore senior network engineer opportunities on Ladders and compare openings by compensation, location, work arrangement, and job responsibilities.