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 *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support for complex systems integration, ensuring compliance with standards while managing interfaces and user requirements. Collaborate on assessments and te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission success by leading cloud engineering initiatives, optimizing infrastructure, and ensuring security for critical systems. Collaborate with teams to modernize applications and enhance op...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and deliver key operationa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $120K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions. Lead migration efforts and optimize mission-critical systems while ensuring compliance with DoD policies. Colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Drive the development and integration of software for a cutting-edge ground-based radar system, enhancing Space Domain Awareness missions. Collaborate with a technical team to ensure robust software s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Champion the development and integration of software for ground-based radar systems, ensuring mission execution and system control while collaborating with a technical team to enhance Space Domain Awa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $175K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading autonomous vehicle deployment programs. Drive cross-functional collaboration, streamline processes, and ensure high-quality customer experiences as we scale o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful server and network implementations, ensuring seamless integration and support for customer solutions. Collaborate with teams to document processes, manage projects, and enhance client...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead systems engineering initiatives for warhead prototyping, guiding multidisciplinary teams through development, integration, and testing. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with Nav...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring optimal data center operations. As a Site Engineer II, you'll support mission-critical infrastructure, enhance operational procedures, and maintain high availa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$143K - $229K *

Champion the integration of advanced UAS technology with strategic sales initiatives, driving customer engagement and technical solutions. Collaborate across teams to influence product vision and ensu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$224K - $356K *

Advance the architecture and automation of cutting-edge GPU firmware infrastructure, crafting robust systems that enhance reliability and speed. Collaborate across teams to drive long-term technical d...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $93K *

Contribute to a transformative endpoint management initiative that enhances the digital workplace by ensuring optimal reliability, usability, and security for a distributed workforce. Drive automation...

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

$91K - $137K *

Transform mission planning systems by leveraging your software engineering expertise. Collaborate in an Agile environment to drive the full software lifecycle, ensuring high-quality solutions that mee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Software Engineer, collaborating within an Agile Scrum team to analyze data, develop algorithms, and enhance missile threat prediction capabilities. Your expertise will...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career as a Software Engineer, supporting critical testing and integration tasks for advanced microprocessor systems. Collaborate on software testing, scripting, and hardware/software int...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Champion the development and deployment of complex software solutions, leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and automation tools to enhance operational efficiency and team collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $340K *

Transform the identity landscape by owning critical components of a cryptographic identity substrate. Collaborate across teams to build secure, scalable systems that redefine how agents interact with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $165K *

Innovate advanced space network systems by designing and analyzing architectures, supporting integration, and optimizing communication technologies for ground and satellite networks. Collaborate with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing independent engineering oversight for major capital construction projects, ensuring technical quality and compliance throughout all phases, from planning to commission...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by designing and maintaining robust network infrastructures. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize performance, security, and reliability across LAN/WAN, Windows Server, and...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $125K *

Optimize network operations by providing technical support and troubleshooting. Enhance system performance through innovative solutions and maintain security protocols. Collaborate on user training an...

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by enhancing our IT infrastructure and support systems. Lead innovative projects, manage Microsoft 365 technologies, and drive collaboration solutions to boost productivity and ope...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT infrastructure and support. You'll manage complex server and network systems, ensuring security and performance while providing technical assistance to en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Advance classified WAN operations by leading strategy, compliance, and vendor management. Oversee network performance, ensure security, and build a high-performing team to support multiple sites in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.