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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$115K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex RF and Microwave challenges. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to deliver innovative solutions, provide technical support, and enhance customer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Elevate public safety through innovative software solutions. Lead design and architecture, mentor engineers, and drive AI-native development practices to enhance reliability and security in critical s...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative single-use product solutions through collaboration and technical expertise. Leverage your design skills to support customer needs and drive continuous improvement...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Optimize your career by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure for federal spectrum management systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior enginee...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $151K *

Shape the future of automotive technology by providing expert application support and innovative solutions to OEMs and Tier suppliers across the Western and Southwest United States, driving customer e...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative software solutions that enhance user experience while ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with multiple teams to deliver impactful, well-documented appl...

Leesburg, VARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming a legacy platform by developing modern solutions in Next.js and .NET, where your coding will directly impact millions. Leverage your engineering skills in a hands-on, c...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform the energy landscape by driving innovative power transformer solutions. Leverage your expertise to influence product strategy, engage customers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of accounting technology. As a senior engineer, you'll collaborate with experts, build robust systems for project management, and ensure the accuracy and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Drive the technical success of enterprise partners by leading API integrations, troubleshooting issues, and enhancing implementation processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamle...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $155K *

Explore a dynamic role combining application engineering with hands-on field support. Collaborate with customers and teams to troubleshoot and optimize solutions, ensuring successful installations and...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Explore your potential in a dynamic client-facing role, driving successful AI implementations across banking systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless deployments, enhance product...

Boston, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $120K *

Unlock potential by serving as a technical partner to sales, providing expertise in automation solutions. Manage application opportunities, engage with customers, and recommend improvements to align t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and support innovative applications and systems. Leverage your coding expertise in various languages to enhance software solutions while ensuring adherence to i...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Transform data engineering by designing and building scalable reporting pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance data accessibility and performance, ensuring reliable data ingestion and processi...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating product design and development. You'll enhance performance and efficiency while collaborating on technical solutions and supporting project documentation to...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$179K - $224K *

Explore a pivotal role in application development, leading teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring peers and driving technical excellence across complex projects. Collaborate with stakeh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $97K *

Transform enterprise application management by optimizing SaaS solutions, primarily focusing on SharePoint Online and Azure DevOps. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency, streamline proc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative, AI-driven software solutions for public safety. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability, security, and scalability while mentoring engineers and opti...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise applications for federal agencies. Leverage your expertise in Java, Oracle, and AWS to enhance operational stability and support mission-critical...

Sterling, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Engage with customers to design tailored solutions utilizing Zoo's APIs, driving adoption and ensuring successful integration, while supporting sales with technical expertise and customer demonstratio...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of innovative ECM solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on workflow automation and integration with enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Support product portfolio activities by leveraging technical expertise to enhance customer satisfaction, resolve challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving effective solutions in...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced application support and development for the ServiceNow platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality, resolve complex issues, and en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.