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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$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead network support and troubleshooting efforts, ensuring optimal performance and compliance in a highly regulated environment while mentoring junior engineers and driving inno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare engineering by leading mechanical HVAC design, ensuring project quality, and mentoring a talented team while managing budgets and timelines for diverse MEP projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative autonomous systems for military and commercial sectors. Lead design, development, and integration of robotic platforms while mentoring junior engineers. Enjoy autonomy in research d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's solving complex business challenges through innovative software solutions. Leverage your expertise in system design and development to implement impactful changes that enhance busin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating and scaling network infrastructure across diverse global datacenters, enhancing performance and security while collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $144K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in radar testing and calibration. As a Senior Test Engineer, you'll enhance production reliability, develop automated test solutions, and collaborate across teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $144K *

Elevate your career by independently designing and executing tests for radar systems, leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance product performa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $240K *

Transform the future of space technology by providing expert oversight on RF payload development, ensuring mission success through innovative solutions and collaboration with contractors and customers...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $241K *

Transform production efficiency by analyzing workflows and optimizing resource utilization. Lead strategic planning and technical initiatives while mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, tackling complex technical challenges while optimizing mission-critical infrastructure across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance se...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced thermal management solutions for military and commercial applications. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing innovative technologies to solve compl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $137K *

Contribute to the development and testing of complex systems solutions, ensuring requirements are met through collaboration with Agile teams. Engage in functional analysis and verification to deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Engineer comprehensive systems solutions by translating customer requirements into actionable designs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance through rigorou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining DevOps architecture for embedded systems. Lead the design of scalable CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks, ensuring seamless integration and high performance across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Drive cloud infrastructure and security operations, ensuring platform reliability and incident response. Lead technical initiatives across multi-cloud environments, enhancing security posture and oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing RHEL systems automation, providing high-level technical support and guidance. Collaborate on cybersecurity efforts and manage system upgrades to enhance p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $180K *

Empower mission-critical application modernization by enhancing integration services. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable communication between systems, utilizing modern integration patterns and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $390K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing secure, scalable network architectures. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business goals while enhancing our high-performance SD-WAN i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive network expansion by engaging providers and negotiating contracts to enhance Medicare services. Collaborate with a remote team to ensure network adequacy and build strong relationships with heal...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $143K *

Champion the design and modernization of complex enterprise network systems, ensuring high availability and security across wired, wireless, and WAN infrastructures while leading cross-functional tech...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive secure network solutions by managing Cisco and Juniper hardware, ensuring compliance in classified environments, and supporting national security initiatives through effective troubleshooting an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure, focusing on Aruba wireless technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration in new pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform the testing landscape by architecting efficient web automation strategies, enhancing API-level validation, and collaborating with development teams to ensure high-quality, scalable software...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Empower the Firewall team by defining security standards and remediation strategies. Collaborate with Product and Engineering to translate blue team insights into actionable requirements, ensuring eff...

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  •   5 - 7 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.