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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$120K - $160K *

Empower our Managed Services tooling ecosystem by designing integrations and automations. You'll lead the configuration of Jira Service Management, optimize alerting, and ensure seamless connectivity...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the design and development of robust APIs and automation infrastructure, enhancing telehealth services. Collaborate across teams to streamline workflows and improve system reliability, while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $275K *

Champion innovation in aerospace as a technical authority, leading system architecture and integration for advanced interceptor products while ensuring mission success and technical integrity across m...

Huntsville, ALRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $84K *

Design and develop software for U.S. Navy platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance tactical capabilities. Engage in agile methodologies and contribute to innovative solutions fo...

Manassas, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data solutions by translating business needs into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to build robust reporting tools and dashboards, ensuring data quality and clarity for info...

Akron, OHRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the success of enterprise clients by combining technical expertise and strong relationship management. Drive customer adoption and growth through hands-on troubleshooting, insightful analytic...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI capabilities across enterprise platforms, enhancing digital services for Veterans. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring security an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

Shape the future of data analytics by designing and building a robust data layer in BigQuery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize metrics and enable self-service analytics, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $250K *

Tackle systemic challenges by building tools and practices that enhance performance, scalability, and decision-making across engineering teams, fostering collaboration and driving solutions that bridg...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $280K *

Join us to architect and build a cutting-edge web platform, driving marketing innovation through AI agents. Own technical decisions, enhance user experiences, and ensure seamless integration with our...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $113K *

Empower customer success by designing and implementing tailored software solutions. Leverage your technical expertise to guide clients through the entire project lifecycle, ensuring optimal performanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $253K *

Join a pioneering team to deploy innovative BPMN workflows, enhancing enterprise processes. You'll drive customer adoption, collaborate globally, and shape product development while ensuring operation...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $111K *

Elevate your career by providing critical analysis and programming support for application software, ensuring a comprehensive and integrated information network that meets diverse customer needs and e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$56K - $114K *

Design and develop modern software solutions in an Agile/Scrum environment, focusing on Enterprise Content Management (ECM) and workflow automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $108K *

Innovate high-performance AI network fabrics for accelerated computing. Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring optimal configurations for GPU clusters and data-center infrastructu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform enterprise sales by acquiring new customers in cybersecurity, cloud, and AI solutions. Lead complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and deliver tailored solutions to drive reven...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$159K - $254K *

Shape the future of pay solutions by driving innovative projects in back-end systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality and reliability, ensuring accurate payroll for re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise solutions by leveraging Oracle Fusion expertise. Drive the design and implementation of scalable architectures, ensuring seamless integration and automation...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise software development by leveraging AI to create autonomous agents and workflows. Drive modernization of legacy systems with innovative solutions, focusing on automation and archit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join the forefront of AI transformation, guiding organizations in integrating AI into daily operations. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows, foster AI literacy, and drive impactful change acr...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to transform organizations by leading AI adoption initiatives. You'll drive impactful change by redesigning workflows, enhancing AI literacy, and ensuring sustainable workforce transfo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $215K *

Transform AI experiences by architecting LLM-based agents that integrate with real-world tools, orchestrate tasks, and scale in production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ensure high...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative software solutions. As a Software Engineer, you'll develop and maintain critical services, collaborate with cross-functional t...

Rhode Island, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing advanced Building Automation Systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure optimal system integration and perfo...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.