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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$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by delivering secure cloud hosting environments, providing technical support, and integrating emerging security technologies to enhance mission success and enterprise scalability acro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Support 24/7 application reliability and performance through proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and system administration in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Drive technical excellence by providing on-site troubleshooting and repair of SEW-EURODRIVE electronic controllers and electro-mechanical equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through expert suppo...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Optimize customer-facing technical solutions by interpreting requirements, developing manufacturable fiber-optic products, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to exceed expectations and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert post-sales support for complex software and hardware systems. Utilize your skills to proactively identify issues and mentor others while managing criti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $100K *

Transform the sales cycle by leading technical projects, developing solutions, and supporting the sales team from lead qualification to contract execution. Collaborate across departments to ensure pro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing product development projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective communication across teams. Oversee engineering duties while coordinating budgets and timelines f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading product development projects and managing customer relationships. This role combines application engineering and project management to ensure customer satisfaction and succ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer relationships and drive innovation as you develop cutting-edge interconnect solutions across diverse markets, leveraging your expertise in PCB design and engineering fundamentals to...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engage with customers to develop innovative interconnect solutions, leveraging expertise in PCB design and engineering fundamentals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product developmen...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative interconnect solutions for diverse markets. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to address technical challenges and drive growth in robotics, automot...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in transforming concepts into buildable systems by leveraging your expertise in applications engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver precise layouts, cost-effec...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in technical communication, project support, and customer engagement, translating requirements into actionable specifications. Drive collaboration between teams to innovate custom gear...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Execute comprehensive technical support for Global Projects Sales, ensuring timely quotations and customer satisfaction across mechanical seal systems while collaborating with diverse teams to meet de...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance application engineering support by designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting ESP systems. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to enhance service quality and implement new technologies...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join us to provide technical support and customization for our products, collaborating with sales and engineering teams to enhance customer satisfaction and drive product innovation through hands-on t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Empower customers by providing expert support and training on software solutions, driving adoption and success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and identify gro...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Deliver innovative software solutions by designing, troubleshooting, and implementing applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and ensure quality control throughout the software...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing software solutions for government clients. Collaborate with teams to enhance applications, troubleshoot issues, and integrate new technologies, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $141K *

Elevate application systems through analysis, design, and implementation, ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions while providing user support and...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences by providing expert application engineering support for power systems. Drive sales success through training, product presentations, and m...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Empower innovation by leading quoting projects for advanced packaging systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate cost reports, technical proposals, and system designs that...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize application performance and security by managing core banking systems, enhancing user experience, and collaborating with business units to implement effective solutions while ensuring complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by bridging technical solutions and customer needs in data center thermal management. Collaborate with global teams to develop innovative cooling solutions for AI servers and HPC a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Lead the development of innovative scheduling solutions that enhance user connectivity and experience across millions of devices, driving impactful product delivery and collaboration within a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.