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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$145K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex technical challenges for enterprise clients. Collaborate with Account Executives to deliver tailored solutions, lead technical discussions, and drive cu...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Develop integrated solutions for complex ambulatory surgery centers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure customer needs are met through effective financial and operational strategies...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by designing and developing innovative web applications, building scalable APIs, and implementing AI workflows in a collaborative Agile environment. Leverage cutting-edge technolog...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $222K *

Shape the future of logistics by developing intelligent planning platforms that optimize freight movement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions that enhance supply chai...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K - $254K *

Drive innovation by developing scalable Python services and AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with data science teams to enhance pricing automation and improve operational efficiency in a fully remote...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in solving critical engineering challenges, driving technical direction, and fostering team growth. Collaborate across departments to enhance systems, ensuring reliability and innovati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by leading a squad of Data Engineers to build and maintain high-quality customer data pipelines, ensuring excellence in project delivery and team collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $158K *

Lead the charge in building a trusted data foundation across the organization. Collaborate with business and tech teams to create shared definitions and models that empower decision-making and elevate...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming established businesses by leading software engineering efforts. Drive modernization, coach teams, and implement innovative solutions while delivering high-quality softw...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of software engineering initiatives within established companies. Lead teams, modernize development processes, and enhance code quality while delivering impactful software solutions. Co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the e-commerce landscape by leading backend architecture and integrations on Adobe Commerce. Drive performance optimization, mentor developers, and ensure operational reliability while colla...

Oregon, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $165K *

Optimize system architecture for embedded Linux platforms, leading design and governance efforts. Engage in technical strategy, drive innovation, and mentor teams to ensure scalable, maintainable solu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $338K *

Shape the architectural vision for a global Omni Services platform, driving modernization and scalability across diverse markets while influencing engineering and product strategies to enhance custome...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$77K - $108K *

Transform client needs into innovative AI solutions by designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge applications. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables and sea...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and develop CAD plugins, ensuring seamless integration with civil design workflows and GIS systems. Collaborate closely with engineers to enhance data management and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming software delivery by integrating AI and cloud technologies. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance workflows, automate processes, and ensure reliable agent opera...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$91K - $175K *

Empower your career by driving demand and fostering relationships as you provide technical leadership and support for semiconductor solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to influence designs and acc...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $145K *

Engineer innovative Android solutions that redefine the home renovation industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and mentor junior developers while driving technica...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion customer success by leading enterprise deployments and integrations. Drive technical direction and enhance automation for cloud services, ensuring seamless operations and improved customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower healthcare innovation by developing backend systems for clinical workflows and EMR capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build reliable APIs and services that enhance patien...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Champion innovative software architectures that drive business success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure, scalable solutions while guiding engineering practices and ensuring al...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $133K *

Lead customer engagement and technical design for critical power projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues and manage multiple projects, driving successful...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$388K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in enhancing mobile architecture and quality for Android, driving multi-quarter initiatives that empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver exceptional user experiences at scale...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$87K - $135K *

Drive your career forward by leading systems engineering for a cloud-based enterprise system. Engage in architecture development, integration, and modernization efforts while ensuring security and ope...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.