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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Lead the management and optimization of mission-critical RHEL systems in a hybrid IT environment, ensuring security and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support operation...
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Take ownership of the electrical health of our warehouse robot fleet, diagnosing failures and driving improvements from hardware bring-up to field deployment, ensuring optimal performance and reliabil...
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Unlock potential by managing VMware infrastructure and optimizing SQL databases. Lead IT support teams, oversee system administration, and ensure seamless end-user support in a dynamic, global network...
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Empower a team of Service Engineers while optimizing physical security systems. Lead advanced troubleshooting, enhance client experiences, and ensure operational excellence through collaboration and m...
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Inspire excellence by leading a team of Service Engineers to optimize and enhance physical security systems. Drive technical solutions, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional client experiences through...
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Engineer and oversee instrumentation systems for EPC projects, ensuring high-quality designs and timely completion. Collaborate with clients and teams, perform technical evaluations, and support const...
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Drive technology excellence as a Senior Systems Administrator, overseeing IT operations across multiple offices. Collaborate with local and corporate teams to ensure reliable, secure systems while enh...
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Empower a dynamic IT environment by leading technology operations across multiple offices. Collaborate with local and corporate teams to ensure reliable, secure systems while providing hands-on suppor...
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Transform power distribution systems by leading innovative engineering solutions, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to deliver projects tha...
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Lead critical technical escalations and serve as the trusted advisor for complex enterprise communications issues, mentoring engineers and strengthening governance in a mission-critical environment...
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Advance your career by leading the configuration and compliance of mission-critical networks. This hands-on role requires expertise in Cisco and Arista systems, ensuring operational readiness and secu...
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Lead the charge in configuring and sustaining mission-critical network infrastructures, ensuring compliance and operational readiness within high-assurance defense environments. Drive troubleshooting...
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Champion cybersecurity initiatives by implementing DoD policies and enhancing system security. Collaborate on vulnerability management and system hardening within a dynamic environment, ensuring compl...
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Sr. IT Wireless Network Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in designing and managing enterprise wireless networks, ensuring optimal performance and coverage across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and maintain docu...
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Senior Software Engineer | Cloud
$160K - $180K *
Shape the future of cloud technology by leading the design and operation of secure, scalable services. Drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance our clou...
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Senior Software Engineer | Cloud
$160K - $180K *
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Empower customer experiences by building and configuring advanced contact center solutions on Google CCAI. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement specifications, ensuring seamless integration and...
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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.