Explore Application Engineer Jobs

Application Engineers connect technology with customer and business needs. They help organizations select, configure, integrate, and optimize software or technical products, translating complex requirements into practical solutions. Explore vetted Application Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Application Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but Application Engineers commonly assess user needs, demonstrate product capabilities, support implementation, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with engineering, sales, product, and customer teams. Some positions focus on pre-sales solution design, while others emphasize deployment, integration, or ongoing application support.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a combination of technical expertise and communication skills. Relevant qualifications may include experience with software applications, APIs, databases, cloud platforms, systems integration, or industry-specific tools. Requirements depend on the product and sector. Analytical thinking, project coordination, clear documentation, and the ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical audiences are valuable across many roles.

Application Engineer Career Opportunities

Application Engineers work across industries such as enterprise software, manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, and technology. Career paths may lead to senior or lead engineering roles, solutions architecture, product management, sales engineering, or technical leadership. Search Ladders to compare opportunities and find positions aligned with your experience, industry, and compensation goals.

Find Application Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse Application Engineer listings, review role requirements, and identify positions that match your skills and career plans.

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$167K - $237K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying innovative internal applications, integrating third-party solutions, and enhancing business processes through automation and collaboration with stakeholders...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Elevate customer experiences by serving as a technical expert, bridging OEM relationships with engineering teams. Provide essential support throughout the customer lifecycle, ensuring product excellen...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

As an Application Engineer IV at ClearEdge, you will support Knowledge Graph systems by designing, developing, and maintaining software that enables complex data relationships. This role requires stro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your technical expertise to support sales teams, deliver product demonstrations, and solve complex challenges. Collaborate with engineering and marketing to drive busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$98K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by serving as a technical expert, providing product training, and supporting new launches. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive product adoption and ensure compliance...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Empower a global financial services platform by maintaining reliable operations, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and service qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$147K - $202K *

Deliver technical expertise in materials characterization and failure analysis, driving application innovation and customer support across semiconductor technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing industrial pump applications and troubleshooting. Leverage your engineering expertise to support customers and enhance project teams in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Optimize advanced radar and camera-based driver assistance systems through hands-on testing, calibration, and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project success by enhancing system evaluations with automation, ensuring optimal application performance through proactive monitoring and support. Collaborate across teams in a dynamic env...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $100K *

Take ownership of valve solutions from concept to delivery, blending technical expertise with customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to drive sales, provide support, and ensure satisfaction while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Engage with customers to deliver tailored solutions, support sales initiatives, and ensure satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive growth in valve automation, leveraging technical expertise and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering valve solutions by engaging customers, solving technical challenges, and driving sales growth through collaboration and expertise in valve automation and process control...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative test solutions for semiconductor systems, driving technical excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, implement strategies, and deliver...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative test solutions for semiconductor systems. Collaborate with customers to analyze requirements, implement strategies, and ensure seamless integration, driving su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Explore an impactful role combining engineering expertise with customer engagement. Drive the design and support of hydraulic systems, ensuring performance and quality while collaborating across teams...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Champion the future of secure enterprise systems by automating and streamlining security evaluations. Leverage your expertise to enhance compliance and infrastructure management while supporting conti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming connectivity at scale through innovative semiconductor design and testing. Collaborate across functions in a high-tech environment, ideal for those passionate about mic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Unlock potential by advancing semiconductor technologies through innovative design and testing. Collaborate cross-functionally in a high-tech environment, ideal for those passionate about microelectro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $300K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional technical support for AI in-memory computing products, ensuring seamless integration and customer satisfaction while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer solutions through technical expertise and innovative problem-solving. Collaborate closely with clients to deliver high-quality services and ensure op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Develop high-performance web applications using a low-code platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions for government clients while supporting existing applications...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in developing automated system security solutions. Collaborate in projects focused on data management, API development, and process enhancement for streamlined ope...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in hardware applications engineering, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support UCIe IP integration and validation on cutting-edge technology nodes, en...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $212K *

Engineer innovative backend solutions while developing and sustaining Python-based microservices using Django and Flask. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless data management and middleware suppor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Application Engineer?question toggle

    An Application Engineer applies technical expertise to help customers or internal teams choose, configure, integrate, and use software or technical products effectively. The role often combines engineering knowledge, problem-solving, and communication.

  • What does an Application Engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include gathering requirements, designing or configuring solutions, supporting product demonstrations, coordinating implementations, troubleshooting issues, and working with engineering, sales, product, or customer teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Application Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role and industry. Employers may look for a relevant technical degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with specific software or systems, and skills in integration, troubleshooting, communication, and project coordination.

  • Where do Application Engineers work?question toggle

    Application Engineers work in many sectors, including software and technology, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and other industries that develop or use complex products and systems.

  • How can I find Application Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Application Engineer openings and review listings for compensation, experience, and skill requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.