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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$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's tackling complex network challenges in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. You'll lead troubleshooting efforts, enhance network security, and collaborate across teams to ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $120K *

Engineer innovative network solutions and troubleshoot complex issues in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance, security, and reliability whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $230K *

Empower your career by designing and managing secure multi-cloud networks. Leverage your expertise in AWS and Azure to enhance connectivity and compliance in classified environments while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Support critical HPC advancements by leveraging your network engineering expertise. Collaborate with skilled engineers in a mission-driven environment, enhancing security solutions for our nation. Mak...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing security solutions for military systems. Contribute to the development of cutting-edge sensor technologies and ensure compliance with government standards whi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in systems verification, intertwining requirements with testing to guarantee all products meet industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers t...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $278K *

Champion complex, multi-disciplinary projects by leveraging technical expertise to drive cross-functional collaboration, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of innovative networking solutions tha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to design and scale innovative network hardware for global data centers. Drive custom hardware development, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and ensure high-performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Engineer innovative network hardware solutions to enhance data center infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and scale high-performance systems, ensuring reliability and efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $125K *

Lead a team of engineers in designing and developing advanced electrical systems. Oversee project timelines and budgets while ensuring compliance with specifications. Utilize CAD and simulation tools...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering projects, overseeing design, testing, and integration of complex circuits for infrared sensor systems while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Join us to lead the engineering delivery for a major hydroelectric dam upgrade, overseeing electrical, controls, and HVAC systems across multiple structures. Manage subcontractors and ensure seamless...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT operations by leading advanced system administration and cybersecurity efforts. Collaborate with engineers to enhance infrastructure reliability and compliance, ensuring robust support fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $144K *

Champion systems engineering excellence by managing software configurations, defining user needs, and collaborating across teams to enhance radar technology solutions. Drive improvements in interfaces...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $167K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading process control activities, enhancing automation systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and safety in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $220K *

Join our team to drive innovative network solutions, focusing on SD-WAN and cloud architecture. Lead hands-on prototyping and integration efforts while guiding technical strategies for resilient netwo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $187K *

Transform customer engagement by building strategic relationships and driving success for enterprise clients. Leverage technical expertise to align business goals with innovative solutions, ensuring o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $106K *

Optimize network performance by managing and upgrading wired/wireless systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and access, while troubleshooting issues and enhancing customer experience a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $150K *

Take ownership of hardware testing processes to ensure quality and reliability of embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and improve test plans while utilizing a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of secure, mission-critical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate operational needs into effective solutions while ensuring compliance with engineeri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission success by supporting the analysis, design, and integration of secure systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate operational needs into effective solutions throughout the sys...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $178K *

Elevate your career by leading pre-production and deployment test planning for advanced missile systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful integration and execution of critical defense tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Transform strategic defense through innovative test planning and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integration and validation for pre-production and deployment phases...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $115K *

Shape the future of Navy enterprise networks by leveraging your expertise in network engineering, cybersecurity, and Tier III operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance mission-critical inf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $115K *

Deliver expert network engineering support for a large-scale Navy enterprise network, focusing on routing, switching, and cybersecurity. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance and secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.