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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$78K - $98K *

Shape the future of AEC workflows by leading product ownership and Agile delivery for an Engineering Tools team. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize needs, validate outcomes...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to shape enterprise architecture that aligns technology with business goals. Lead integration across ERP, CRM, and eCommerce systems while guiding technical teams to deliver sustainable value...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of AI-driven features in a fast-paced environment. Oversee projects from design to delivery, ensuring quality solutions and optimizing workflows to enhance...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Elevate user experiences by developing high-quality React and JavaScript solutions. Collaborate with designers and engineers to deliver innovative features while mentoring team members and ensuring pr...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the transformation of financial software by modernizing legacy applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape architecture, enhance performance, and drive development, while exploring inn...

Pembroke Pines, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$181K - $213K *

Take ownership of a customer-facing product area, driving strategy and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, leverage AI, and achieve key performance metrics while deli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $309K *

Lead the development of innovative drive-thru solutions, architecting scalable Android applications and backend integrations while mentoring engineers and driving engineering excellence across the org...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team, guiding their growth while actively contributing to software development. Collaborate across functions to align goals and foster an inclusive culture, driv...

Columbus, OHRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through service excellence. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive initiatives to enha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Champion the design and delivery of enterprise-scale AI/ML solutions, leading a team to drive innovation and collaboration across business units while establishing best practices and governance standa...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of complex data systems. Drive data projects, ensure quality, and mentor junior engineers while aligning solutions with business goals to enhanc...

Missouri, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $216K *

Innovate and drive growth by designing and executing high-velocity monetization experiments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform hypotheses into impactful Android features, leveraging...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate advertiser tools, driving technical strategy and delivery while enhancing user experience across self-service and managed workflows in a dynamic ad tech environme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of VDC deliverables, ensuring quality standards while coordinating across various project phases. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and deliver optimal results in BIM, con...

Henderson, NVRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to drive customer success by showcasing innovative graph solutions. Collaborate with sales and clients to address critical business needs, ensuring seamless integration and value r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $198K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic solutions for complex enterprise deals. Collaborate with executives to design tailored product strategies, mentor teams, and drive innovation across industries, e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $154K *

Champion innovative cloud migration solutions by developing automated validation tests, ensuring application integrity post-migration, and leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance and re...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining GPU software management. As a senior engineer, you'll ensure optimal performance and reliability across our infrastructure, tackling complex challenges in GPU software an...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative healthcare solutions by engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and providing technical guidance throughout the sales process to drive successful out...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $128K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the commissioning of utility-scale PV and battery storage projects across North America. Collaborate with engineers and subcontractors to ensure effective project executio...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative solutions by developing and deploying secure Data Access Mechanisms and Business Intelligence dashboards using Microsoft PowerApps. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes a...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex data systems by designing and implementing scalable solutions that enhance analytics and drive business intelligence in a collaborative, Agile environment focused on healthcare compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales within the Workday, SAP, or Coupa ecosystems. Leverage your relationships and expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, engage C-suite executives, and a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $245K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to automate financial data extraction, enhancing model accuracy and efficiency for clients. Drive impactful solutions that empower analysts to...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.