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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$115K - $144K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing environmental initiatives through project management and technical expertise. Support compliance and infrastructure projects at waste management facilities wh...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$101K - $167K *

Transform the future of mapping and analytics by developing scalable, reliable software solutions. Collaborate with a global team to enhance ArcGIS Enterprise, leveraging cutting-edge technology to de...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive solutions for complex product challenges by applying your engineering expertise and quality assurance mindset. Collaborate across teams to design, test, and implement reliable software features...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate IT infrastructure solutions through innovative design and implementation. Collaborate with diverse clients to ensure exceptional technical support and alignment with business goals across mult...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative solutions by developing and implementing advanced technologies in process simulation and data integration. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and compliance while enhancing oper...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by leveraging your extensive software engineering expertise to analyze, debug, and integrate systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance software performance and drive innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining risk and fraud management solutions. In this hands-on role, you'll lead technical builds, configure integrations, and collaborate with clients to ensure successful implem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Architect integrations and configurations for risk management solutions, collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementations and optimal performance in Azure-hos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to prototype and develop innovative hardware solutions, collaborating across product, design, and engineering. Shape user experiences and streamline complex workflows from concept...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the energy landscape by driving innovative power transformer solutions. Leverage your expertise to influence product strategy, engage customers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

Raleigh, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Explore your potential as you contribute to innovative cloud-native solutions, collaborating with engineers and data scientists to enhance insights and build scalable services. This role offers growth...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $231K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in semiconductor equipment. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to develop solutions, enhance product quality, and tackle complex challenges in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing Level 3 application support, resolving complex issues, and optimizing SQL performance while collaborating with development teams to enhance system stability and user e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and developing automotive body and exterior systems. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle while dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and optimizing complex data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and integra...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of accounting technology. As a senior engineer, you'll collaborate with experts, build robust systems for project management, and ensure the accuracy and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Drive the technical success of enterprise partners by leading API integrations, troubleshooting issues, and enhancing implementation processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamle...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing high-quality backend software solutions while mentoring junior developers and collaborating across teams. Drive project success through design, implementation, and mainte...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $155K *

Elevate your career as a Field Application Engineer, combining technical expertise with hands-on support. Collaborate with customers and teams to solve complex challenges while enjoying a balance of o...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $155K *

Explore a dynamic role combining application engineering with hands-on field support. Collaborate with customers and teams to troubleshoot and optimize solutions, ensuring successful installations and...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead complex engineering projects, applying advanced principles and practices. You'll coordinate teams, ensure quality, and engage with clients, driving successful outcomes while fostering...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by managing and optimizing cloud systems, ensuring security and reliability while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance cloud applications and services...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical solutions. As a Regional Application Engineer, you'll leverage your technical expertise to support sales efforts and collaborate with industry profe...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $145K *

Empower growth by providing technical leadership and support in electrical sales. Collaborate with consultants and engineers to enhance product application and specification across commercial and indu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Regional Application Engineer, driving technical sales and support for electrical solutions in commercial and industrial markets. Collaborate with consultants and engineers to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.