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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$77K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance and reliability. As a key administrator, you'll leverage your expertise in networking and OSP to drive development, troubleshoot issue...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $159K *

Optimize hybrid and edge multi-tenant infrastructure for secure, scalable application environments. Lead DevSecOps initiatives, ensuring robust network and virtual infrastructure development, security...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $228K *

Engineer scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to enable secure, timely access to data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced analytics and AI/ML initiatives, ensuring high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, integrating and validating complex systems while managing performance metrics and ensuring supportability. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Execute complex cloud and data center implementations, ensuring technical ownership from kickoff to successful customer handoff. Collaborate with teams to assess readiness, manage risks, and deliver a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform security protocols by applying systems engineering and cybersecurity expertise to enhance the BQM-43 Targets program. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust security architectures and com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering excellence, managing diverse projects across civic, healthcare, and educational sectors while fostering collaboration and innovation within a dynamic team env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $210K *

Transform your career by owning and scaling cloud infrastructure, enhancing developer tools, and improving data reliability in a fast-paced healthcare environment focused on security and performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving the evolution of AWS environments and CI/CD pipelines, enhancing observability and security, while collaborating with engineers to optimize platform reliability and perform...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cyber operations by leveraging your technical expertise to support critical national security missions and tackle complex engineering challenges in dynamic env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $190K *

Drive mission readiness by configuring and maintaining critical network infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams to assess risks, resolve challenges, and support national security objectives t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in intelligent edge computing by collaborating with top engineers and customers to solve complex system challenges and enhance next-gen memory architectures, ensuring successful produ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading telecommunications infrastructure design and management. Own fiber records, oversee contractor delivery, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and management of telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring accurate records and compliance. Collaborate with teams to oversee fiber and copper cabling projects, driving quality and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $140K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading innovative projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver exceptional electrical design solutions while...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative electrical design solutions while leading projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, mentoring junior engine...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by managing and optimizing complex server environments. Leverage Infrastructure as Code and automation tools to enhance system reliability and security while mentoring tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to apply systems engineering principles in human performance research, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to define complex problems, evaluate solutions, and transition innovative capa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and integration of enterprise identity services, enhancing secure information sharing and mission applications within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the development and integration of enterprise identity services, ensuring secure access and information sharing across mission applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ide...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join our team to develop and maintain enterprise identity services, integrating identity management with mission applications. Collaborate with engineers and security personnel to enhance secure infor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of emergency communications by providing systems engineering and IP network support for E-911 initiatives, ensuring seamless integration and connectivity for Army...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading full stack development with expertise in C#, .NET, and modern frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape solutions and drive technical excellence in a dynamic work...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of collaboration services by developing and implementing innovative solutions for clients. Lead projects, enhance team collaboration, and ensure successful delivery while maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 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.