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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$88K - $105K *

Drive innovation in application engineering by coordinating vehicle integration, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality transmiss...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining application architecture in cloud environments. You'll lead engineering teams, drive technical solutions, and engage in pre-sales activities, ensuring project success acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Architect innovative application solutions across multiple customer engagements, guiding engineering teams and supporting pre-sales efforts. Drive technical direction, ensure project success, and enha...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Champion innovative software solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to develop, test, and maintain applications and APIs in a fast-paced Agile environment, ensuring operational excellence and cu...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by transforming engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance mining equipment, engage with customers, and see your designs thrive in real-w...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team of engineers to design and implement innovative software solutions. Leverage modern technologies and collaborate closely to deliver high-quality products while staying ahead of ind...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and enhance technology solutions that streamline operations and drive efficiency across the organization. Make a tangible impact as the first dedicated dev...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic technology team as a Software Engineer, focusing on application development, cloud integration, and AI product innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading software development efforts in Go and distributed systems. Collaborate with a talented team to design scalable solutions, mentor junior members, and drive innovation in a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of software innovation, designing and implementing robust distributed systems. Leverage your expertise in Go, Kubernetes, and API design to create scalable solution...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop custom test systems, leveraging LabVIEW and TestStand. Collaborate with engineers to ensure system testability and compliance, while providing direct support to customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $191K *

Engage in advanced database design and development, ensuring optimal data flow and analysis. Collaborate on system architecture and lead projects from inception to operational capability, enhancing da...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $191K *

Drive database design and implementation, ensuring optimal data flow and security. Collaborate on complex systems, translating requirements into effective database structures while supporting long-ter...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $160K *

Engage with customers and sales teams to drive demand creation through technical expertise and engineering solutions, championing return on engineering investments across design initiatives and suppor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by developing innovative software solutions for radio communication products. Collaborate with a dynamic team, adhere to product life cycles, and tackle challenges in a supportiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Empower the development and enhancement of avionics software systems, engaging in the full software lifecycle from analysis to certification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $195K *

Shape the future of product design by driving technical sales strategies, fostering relationships with key decision-makers, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer success and busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $195K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales strategies and fostering relationships with key decision-makers. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring customer satis...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to enterprise EDI and integration projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers to design, implement, and optimize solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and implement AV systems. Utilize your technical expertise to transform project requirements into functional solutions, ensuring seamless integration and c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform software solutions by analyzing user requirements and designing robust systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, debug issues, and implement innovative features, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Develop and optimize software systems by analyzing user requirements and applying scientific methods. Collaborate with teams to design, debug, and enhance software solutions, ensuring high performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in semiconductor testing. Leverage your expertise in the Advantest V93000 platform to develop solutions for high-performance computing and AI applications, collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive customer success by applying your expertise in semiconductor testing and advanced tools to solve complex challenges in high-performance computing and AI applications...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $420K *

Discover the power of engineering by setting high standards and guiding design excellence for sustainable energy projects. Lead a talented team, ensuring technical compliance while driving innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.