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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$180K - $225K *

Transform the future of government missions by developing secure AWS cloud solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance cyber interests and deliver tailored technical support for the NGA cust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Develop and deploy secure AWS cloud architectures while providing on-site support to partner programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance observability and ensure compliance with security protocols in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $234K *

Engage as a key technical liaison in a dynamic team, ensuring seamless integration of complex systems for Navy Strategic Programs. Leverage your expertise in nuclear weapon systems and DoD platforms t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing a robust enterprise platform to integrate operations, enhance functionality, and ensure data traceability across all stages of manufacturing while collabo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $185K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and implementation of complex application systems. Mentor junior engineers while ensuring scalable, secure, and user-friendly solutions that significantly impact...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of the FSDS platform by architecting and integrating cloud solutions across federal environments, collaborating with engineering teams and stakeholders to enhance spectrum manageme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in architecting and evolving the FSDS platform, collaborating with engineering teams and stakeholders to enhance federal spectrum management through innovative cloud solutions and inte...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to deliver advanced test solutions for memory technologies. Lead customer technical projects in a dynamic environment, providing expertise and support to enhance customer success in th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative test solutions as a Senior Applications Engineer, leading technical engagements and ensuring seamless integration of semiconductor test systems while building strong customer relation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $158K *

Unlock potential by analyzing product capabilities and designing solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate with teams to investigate technical performance and stay updated on advancements in har...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $202K *

Unlock potential by driving customer design success and resolving complex technical challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering methodologies and ensure seamless executi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $202K *

Drive customer success by providing technical leadership in semiconductor design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and enhance engineering methodologies, ensuring effe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engineer impactful manufacturing solutions by leading projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and optimize processes, ensu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by leading capital projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support for U.S./UK Joint Programs, ensuring compliance and effective communication between U.S. Navy and NNSA customers. Lead meetings, manage documentation...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $105K *

Engage deeply in lab environments while supporting customers through data analysis and presentations. Collaborate with engineers, enhance your skills in tools, and contribute to project success and te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing cutting-edge semiconductor equipment, ensuring optimal performance and supporting production growth through innovative solutions and collaboration across departments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Join us to drive successful implementations of our innovative platform! Collaborate with cross-functional teams to configure, troubleshoot, and launch solutions that empower healthcare businesses to t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by joining an Agile team focused on developing mission-critical software solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, engaging in sprints and enhancing your skills in real-time...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining defense manufacturing by operationalizing Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) technology, ensuring high-quality production and innovative solutions in additive manufacturing f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $185K *

Transform your career by leveraging your Cloud expertise and programming skills to develop innovative solutions in a collaborative hybrid environment. Join a team dedicated to tackling complex challen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to develop and sustain advanced software solutions for critical defense systems, utilizing agile methodologies and innovative technologies in a collaborat...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation as a Senior Software Engineer in R&D, leading high-impact projects and integrating cutting-edge software solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance engineering capabilitie...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $220K *

Lead and innovate within Ecommerce Engineering, driving technical initiatives and architecture for scalable platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experiences across mobile and web, ensurin...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $90K *

Empower the development of innovative AI-driven products by designing and maintaining seamless UI and backend services while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features and...

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  •   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.