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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$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex networking challenges as you design and support robust network infrastructures across data center environments. Ensure security, availability, and performance while mentoring teams and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative telecommunications solutions, focusing on both legacy and next-gen systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance infrastructure, support public s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in systems testing by evaluating operational capabilities, managing projects, and analyzing performance to support mission success. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance GEOINT s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize hybrid IT infrastructure, ensuring security and reliability for clinical services. Collaborate across teams to support systems, enhance performance, and drive innovation in a dynam...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical support by building and testing advanced systems. Leverage your expertise in electronics and networking to troubleshoot and enhance hardware and software soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $229K *

Optimize IT infrastructure by leading cross-functional initiatives, mentoring teams, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with engineering to enhance systems and drive automation in a dy...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career by designing and supporting advanced data center networking solutions, focusing on EVPN-VXLAN architecture and Juniper switching technologies in a dynamic enterprise environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $265K *

Champion the evolution of cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, ensuring seamless integration and automation for rapid deployment. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance system efficiency and ma...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $265K *

Lead the charge in developing and automating cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and deployment processes. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance system efficiency and maintain high s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud and DevOps engineering, driving automation and infrastructure evolution to enhance rapid deployment and capability maturation within an Agile team environ...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $152K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by leading new product transitions into manufacturing. Collaborate across functions to ensure efficient production processes, quality standards, and successful pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $255K *

Engineer innovative Space RF payloads, ensuring technical oversight from design to deployment. Collaborate with teams to assess requirements, evaluate technologies, and guide integration processes for...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower product excellence by leading electrical design defect resolution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product robustness, yield, and quality while driving corrective actions and continu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $252K *

Innovate in networking solutions by designing and implementing advanced features for cloud platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance Kubernetes Networking, ensuring robust performance and reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$181K - $226K *

Join our dynamic team as a Software Engineer, where you'll enhance internal tools, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive improvements in cloud infrastructure and observability, all while working in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Shape the future of software development by leading design reviews, writing code, and enhancing system architecture. Collaborate with teams to ensure best practices and contribute to large-scale infra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance our enterprise network infrastructure by implementing, configuring, and maintaining robust LAN/WAN solutions while ensuring optimal performance and secure remote access for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $148K *

Optimize classified IT systems by ensuring reliable operation, maintenance, and security in a dynamic lab environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure and support mission-critical ope...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $205K *

Transform cloud networking services by building automation tools and optimizing SDN infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability for AI workloads in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Transform cloud networking services by building automation tools and optimizing SDN infrastructure for AI workloads. Collaborate with engineers to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability of...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Champion the reliability and performance of our AI-optimized cloud infrastructure by building and optimizing SDN solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance networking services for large-scale AI...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovation in network engineering by designing and maintaining complex systems for federal clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance network performance and ensure compliance in secure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $250K *

Transform client engagement by leading technical sales campaigns, architecting solutions, and fostering relationships. Drive strategy and collaboration with Client Directors to enhance service offerin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $249K *

Pioneer innovative spacecraft systems as a Producibility Architect, enhancing production efficiency and quality. Collaborate across teams to implement process improvements and leverage AI/ML for strea...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative network solutions by leveraging deep expertise in cloud services and cybersecurity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust infrastructure performance and reliable...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information 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.