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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$70K - $143K *

Drive innovation as an entry-level Applications Engineer, supporting USB and PCIe products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical documentation, training, and evaluation platfor...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $171K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor process engineering by designing experiments, analyzing data, and troubleshooting complex issues. Collaborate with customers and lead project teams to implement new t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative software development and architecture by leading teams, establishing standards, and driving AI adoption to enhance delivery and performance across the organization...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative eCommerce solutions as a Staff Engineer, driving technical vision and mentoring teams. Leverage your expertise in Java and cloud architectures to architect scalable MarTech platform...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's innovating in software development with a focus on Rust and Linux. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving networking, security, and containerization while enhancing your ski...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to configure Salesforce Marketing Cloud and customer data platforms, building reliable journeys and automations. Collaborate with clients and engineers to translate designs into effectiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support project records management for a major tunnel construction project. Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to ensure compliance with standards, assist in documentation, and facilitate commu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions through collaboration, risk management, and compliance, ensuring project success from inception to completion while maintain...

Today

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

$120K - $157K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of embedded software development, leading design and optimization efforts for hardware products. Collaborate with engineers to ensure seamless integration and drive...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing, coding, and optimizing applications on Microsoft platforms. Collaborate on custom development and ensure compliance with security standards while e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and developing innovative software solutions, ensuring optimal performance and security standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quali...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in embedded software systems by leading design, development, and integration efforts. Collaborate across the software lifecycle to enhance mission-critical programs and ensure robust...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on developing embedded software systems. Contribute to mission-critical projects through the entire software lifecycle, from architecture to imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $167K *

Drive efficiency at the intersection of product development and customer engagement by building integrations and automations that empower teams with timely, relevant product knowledge and streamline w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of critical firmware for safety-critical systems, collaborating across teams to optimize embedded platforms. Drive best practices and mentor engineers while ensuring reliability a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$300K *

Innovate and enhance AI evaluation infrastructure by designing and shipping features across the stack. Collaborate with a team to ensure reliability and efficiency while owning the development process...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $194K *

Elevate user engagement by developing innovative frontend and backend features that enhance how millions discover and interact with entertainment content. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a resilient platform that empowers product engineers to deliver exceptional outcomes quickly, focusing on automation, security, and innovative infrastructure so...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $170K *

Engage in innovative software development, collaborating with a dynamic team to design and implement complex solutions using modern technologies. Contribute to high-quality software delivery while men...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with a role focused on developing and managing maintenance plans, budgets, and asset preservation strategies while overseeing operations and project staff to enhance facility perform...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by integrating innovative power generation solutions. Collaborate with partners and customers to ensure seamless control and application of microturbine systems, providing technica...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative solutions by integrating Capstone products into tailored applications. Provide comprehensive technical support throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring seamless operation and contro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$139K - $203K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative AEM solutions, collaborating with designers, and ensuring high-quality component systems. Your expertise will drive modern web applications and en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$240K - $249K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in Cloud Software Engineering, enhancing Big-Data systems. Collaborate with teams to develop, refine, and implement cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment whil...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $249K *

Advance your career by developing and enhancing Big-Data Cloud systems, leveraging Cloud Computing expertise and playing a pivotal role in the software engineering life cycle to solve complex challeng...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 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.