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.
$80K - $95K *
Empower enterprise network solutions by providing engineering and operational support for LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VoIP environments. Collaborate on upgrades, troubleshooting, and documentation to enhance...
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$120K - $125K *
Elevate system performance by providing expert Tier 2/3 support, managing network configurations, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance user experience and operational efficiency...
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Senior Network Software Engineer II -Secret Clearance
$130K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to manage software development for advanced space communication systems. Lead integration efforts, collaborate with engineers, and ensure high-quality deliverables while driving in...
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$161K - $241K *
Transform systems testing by collaborating with diverse teams to enhance program execution and drive improvements across development and sustainment activities, ensuring robust system solutions and ef...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform complex network systems by leading design, implementation, and support efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance telecommunications infrastructures and ensure compliance with cybers...
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Sr Principal Systems Engineer Architect
$122K - $184K *
Lead the charge in developing and managing system architectures and requirements for complex aerospace systems, utilizing model-based systems engineering to ensure mission effectiveness and design int...
3 weeks ago
Service Delivery Center, Senior DevOps Engineer
$67K - $136K *
Drive innovation by optimizing cloud infrastructure and delivery automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable platforms for financial services clients, ensuring se...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing system performance and security as a Senior Systems Administrator. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance while managing complex server en...
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Lead the charge in optimizing system performance and security while ensuring seamless operations. Collaborate with teams to develop procedures, manage resources, and troubleshoot issues, all while mai...
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Senior Architect - Industrial Market
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative design solutions by managing large-scale industrial projects, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure exceptional outcomes, and contributing to a vibrant culture that prioritize...
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Shape site delivery from construction to commissioning, acting as the technical authority. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks, enforce quality gates, and ensure successful project...
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer
$153K - $210K *
Drive innovation in IT infrastructure by owning shared automation and reliability across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud accounts, implement infrastructure as code, and ensure seaml...
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$95K - $115K *
Shape innovative network solutions by leading design, implementation, and optimization efforts that enhance enterprise telecommunications and ensure efficient operations for various infrastructures...
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Senior Systems Engineer - XTR-2
$95K - $181K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in radar systems engineering. This role involves architecture design, requirements modeling, and integration for advanced radar technologies, ensuring seamless ha...
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Senior Integration & Automation Engineer
$132K - $251K *
Join a team that's redefining data governance through innovative integration and automation solutions. Collaborate across functions to design scalable architectures that enhance data management capabi...
3 days ago
$82K - $110K *
Lead automation and control systems in manufacturing by supporting PLCs, troubleshooting, and enhancing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy systems and drive digita...
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$108K - $130K *
Manage the development and integration of advanced Submarine combat systems, ensuring seamless operation of hybrid software, web, and hardware products. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative so...
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$135K - $216K *
Innovate complex systems engineering solutions across multi-system environments, guiding teams to translate mission needs into effective technical outcomes while collaborating with stakeholders to enh...
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$135K - $216K *
Empower multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative systems engineering solutions across complex environments, ensuring seamless integration and performance optimization while collaborating with sta...
1 week ago
Senior Specialist, Network Plan Engineer
$102K - $189K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize secure network infrastructures, ensuring reliable communications for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance...
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$101K - $112K *
Drive the implementation and support of a large-scale Forescout platform, ensuring network access control and device visibility while collaborating with security teams to maintain a secure environment...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by mentoring a dynamic team, driving process improvements, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance manufacturing operations and support new busine...
2 days ago
Sr. Backend Engineer II, AutoScaling & Balancing, NG-SIEM (Hybrid)
$160K - $250K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize the reliability and scalability of a large-scale security platform, ensuring observability and automated response across complex pipelines while driving systemic improv...
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Senior Software Engineer, Admin Services Lead
$176K - $332K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the design and evolution of administrative services for a global mission platform, ensuring seamless integration and user management across diverse environments and deploym...
2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, Platform Overlay & Networking
$220K - $292K *
Transform security technology by owning the NixOS overlay and tower network topology. Drive integration and consolidation efforts while ensuring robust, reproducible builds for advanced robotic system...
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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.