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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$85K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and maintain custom solutions within an ERP system. Drive integration between enterprise platforms and create insightful reports, ensuring alignment with business needs...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $98K *

Transform engineering challenges into solutions by providing project support, drafting reports, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance project outcomes and drive q...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform vehicle performance by managing transmission interfaces and requirements. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure optimal integration of powertrain systems, driving innovation and efficiency a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive technical solutions and customer engagement in automation and control systems. Lead inside sales initiatives, translate customer needs into proposals, and support engineering efforts to enhance...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Transform business challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging AI and engineering expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop full-stack applications, and drive...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage the development of complex web and standalone applications, solving intricate business challenges while engaging with diverse teams and clients to drive project success independently and collab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Optimize customer solutions by providing technical support and collaborating with sales and engineering teams. Drive project success through data analysis, documentation, and relationship building, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving a strategic autonomy program with a major automotive OEM, ensuring seamless communication and milestone delivery while building customer capabilities and aligning internal t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $108K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in civil engineering to manage and coordinate private development projects. Engage with stakeholders and ensure compliance with engineering standards thro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$104K - $164K *

Drive cloud infrastructure initiatives as a Platform Engineer, utilizing IaC and DevOps practices to enhance reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and implement sc...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $161K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile Scrum team to design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, collaborating across multiple teams to enhance security and meet enterprise requirem...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of banking technology by designing and building scalable full-stack features for a core banking platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hig...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to design and maintain scalable full-stack features for a core banking platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while embracing AI-ass...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Innovate with us to develop advanced software solutions for mobile systems. You'll provide technical support, design application software, and collaborate with customers, ensuring our technology meets...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $102K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by collaborating with customers to design, calculate, and develop new products. Lead technical discussions, produce detailed documentation, and ensure alignme...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge optical systems by creating robust software solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to integrate hardware and software, ensuring seamless operation from pr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Lead the design and development of scalable TypeScript systems, leveraging AI agents for implementation while ensuring architecture and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $126K *

Partner with us to drive innovative solutions in UPS systems, managing proposals and technical specifications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and customer sat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Lead the development of technical proposals for UPS systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compliance. Engage with customers and manage project documentation while s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the charge in developing technical proposals for critical power projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate project specifications and enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead proposal development for critical power projects, ensuring technical accuracy and financial viability while collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop technical proposals for UPS systems. Leverage your expertise in electrical engineering and project management to drive project success and ensure accurate...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Shape innovative proposals for critical power projects, collaborating with teams to ensure accurate technical responses and cost estimates. Engage with customers and lead project documentation while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Advance your career by interpreting project specifications and leading proposal development for UPS systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate project execution while serving as a technical li...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Manage project specifications and proposals for UPS systems, ensuring accuracy and technical compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop cost estimates and serve as a liaison between customers and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.