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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$140K - $210K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise architecture and driving AI integration across teams. As a Principal Engineer, you'll mentor engineers, establish best practices, and align technology solutions w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Elevate semiconductor manufacturing processes by developing QCM applications, collaborating with global teams to solve complex challenges, and demonstrating the value of innovative QCM technology in r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive the development of QCM applications for semiconductor processes, collaborating with customers and teams globally to troubleshoot challenges and validate solutions, enhancing product performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $145K *

Transform the future of cloud technology by developing robust software solutions. Leverage your expertise in AWS, Go, and Linux to solve complex challenges and enhance system integration in a collabor...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $234K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise messaging capabilities across cloud and hybrid environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure secure, resilient, and interoperable messaging solution...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions that enhance business efficiency, streamline decision-making, and support strategic objectives. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain im...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the digital landscape by leading the design and implementation of innovative application architectures that enhance operational efficiency and align with strategic goals in a dynamic, collab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on process evaluations and documentation. Leverage your expertise in Confluence, Jira, and Git to standardize onboarding and enhance process management in...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing process efficiency through evaluations, documentation, and standardization. Leverage your expertise in Confluence, Jira, and Git to drive improvements and sup...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and integrating cloud solutions using AWS, Python, and Go. Collaborate with architects to enhance software capabilities while working autonomously in a hybrid environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate in a dynamic full-stack development role, enhancing web applications and cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems, integrate APIs, and improve user experiences while lever...

Homestead, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and support enterprise applications across Microsoft and Oracle platforms, enhancing manufacturing and supply chain operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$183K - $340K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative AI solutions that transform Tax and Trade products. Drive technical execution, mentor a global team, and shape the future of intelligent software in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $295K *

Lead the charge in redefining AI solutions for Tax and Trade products, driving technical execution and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-friendly, scalable applicatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $295K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI solutions for Tax and Trade products, leading technical execution and mentoring a global team. Drive the integration of advanced technologies to enhance user experiences and d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of accurate proposals and cost estimates for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with engineering, sales, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfact...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $200K *

Transform software solutions by leading development teams, analyzing user needs, and enhancing existing systems. Drive innovation through design, coding, and integration, ensuring high-quality softwar...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $200K *

Take ownership of software solutions by developing, implementing, and supporting data visualization tools. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, enhance documentation, and innovate software...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $165K *

Optimize cloud solutions by leveraging your expertise in AWS, Python, and Linux. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop custom software and integrate open-source technologies, driving innovation i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative industrial automation solutions, leading complex projects from design to commissioning. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and alignment with customer needs while dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $115K *

Play a key role in modernizing data platforms by developing and optimizing SQL queries, building ETL pipelines, and migrating data to Snowflake and AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Pioneer your career by driving innovative electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams and customers to define, test, and support cutting-edge products while enhancing technical ca...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $130K *

Empower innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by leading impactful projects, developing technical documentation, and solving complex challenges. Collaborate with experts to enhance product perform...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing secure AI capabilities for critical missions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transition AI tools from prototype to operational use, ensuring robust integrat...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $137K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on cloud migration. Leverage your expertise in database engineering to assess, migrate, and optimize databases in Azure and AWS environments, ensu...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks 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.