Senior IT Engineer Jobs

Senior IT Engineer jobs are open across healthcare, finance, government, and technology, from mid-level to staff and principal, with specializations in cloud infrastructure, network architecture, and systems integration. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,029+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Centene
Senior IT Assurance Analyst
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Centene
New 23h ago
Senior IT Assurance Analyst
Centene
Michigan
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
IT Support
$87k - $161k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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National Apartment Association
Senior Manager, IT Project Management
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National Apartment Association
New 23h ago
Senior Manager, IT Project Management
National Apartment Association
Arlington, Virginia
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Hybrid
51-200

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Citi
IT Business Sr Analyst - C12 - IRVING
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Citi
New 23h ago
IT Business Sr Analyst - C12 - IRVING
Citi
Irving, Texas
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Business Operations
$87k - $131k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Siemens Healthineers
Senior IT Project Manager
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Siemens Healthineers
Added 1d ago
Senior IT Project Manager
Siemens Healthineers
Tarrytown, New York
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$154k - $212k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Xcel Energy
Senior IT Network Architect
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Xcel Energy
Added 1d ago
Senior IT Network Architect
Xcel Energy
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$136k - $165k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business

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Senior IT Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin14
  • Baker Tilly Canada
    Baker Tilly Canada11
  • Axon
    Axon9
  • First Horizon Bank
    First Horizon Bank9
  • Sikich
    Sikich8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software34
  • Healthcare & Medical Services15
  • Banking & Financial Services14
  • Consulting & Professional Services10
  • Electronics & Hardware8

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior IT engineer jobs.

  • 5 or more years of IT infrastructure, systems administration, or network engineering experience
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Proficiency in network protocols, routing, switching, and firewall configuration
  • Active certification such as CCNP, AWS Solutions Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
  • Experience with virtualization technologies including VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related technical field

Tips for Your Senior IT Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to the stack

Senior IT engineer postings list specific platforms, whether that's Azure, Cisco, or VMware. Pull the exact tool names from each job description and mirror them in your resume's skills and experience sections so your application clears automated filters.

Show scope, not just tasks

Hiring managers at the senior level want to see the scale you've operated at: how many endpoints you managed, the size of the infrastructure you owned, or the number of teams you supported. Rewrite bullet points to lead with that scope.

Target roles by your strongest certification

Search with your highest certification as a filter before anything else. A posting that lists CCNP or AWS Solutions Architect as required will score your application higher when your credentials match exactly, so front-load your search around what you already hold.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists senior it engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prep for scenario-based technical rounds

Senior IT engineer interviews almost always include a live troubleshooting scenario or architecture whiteboard. Practice walking through a real outage or migration you led, covering what broke, how you diagnosed it, and what you changed to prevent recurrence.

Negotiate on total package, not base alone

At the senior level, on-call premiums, hardware budgets, training allowances, and certification reimbursements are often negotiable even when base is fixed. Ask for the full compensation breakdown before you accept so you can counter on the line items that matter most.

Senior IT Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most senior it engineers?

The companies hiring the most senior it engineers right now include Lockheed Martin, Baker Tilly Canada, and Axon, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is spread across government contractors, healthcare systems, and large enterprise technology teams.

How many senior it engineer jobs are remote?

About 70% of senior it engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though on-site requirements are more common for roles tied to physical infrastructure. Cloud engineering, IT project management, and systems architecture positions tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings.

How do you become a senior it engineer?

You typically move into a senior it engineer role by building several years of hands-on experience across infrastructure, networking, or systems administration, then earning a recognized certification in your specialization. Demonstrating that you've led projects, mentored junior staff, or owned a critical system end-to-end is what distinguishes senior candidates from mid-level ones during the hiring process.

Can you get hired as a senior it engineer with limited experience?

Breaking in at the senior level with limited experience is difficult, but transitioning from a closely related role such as systems administrator, network engineer, or IT analyst is the most direct path. Earning a high-value certification like CCNP or AWS Solutions Architect and contributing to a visible infrastructure project can bridge the gap when your years of experience fall short of the posted requirement.

What does the senior it engineer interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a technical interview covering infrastructure concepts, troubleshooting scenarios, and tool-specific questions. A second round often involves a live architecture or whiteboard exercise with the engineering team. Final rounds usually include a conversation with a hiring manager or department head focused on past projects, decision-making, and how you've handled production incidents.

Where can I find and apply to senior it engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to senior it engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing.

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