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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing top-tier technical support for computer systems and servers. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to resolve issues and enhance customer satisfaction while leverag...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $150K *

Reimagine customer engagement as a Technical Lead, bringing expertise in system installations and support. Collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, driving project success while pro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$109K - $186K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge backend services for an AI-driven application platform, enhancing developer experience and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Grow your skills by developing backend services for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance developer experience and ensure quality, scalability, and security in modern...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $150K *

Lead customer-facing installations, deliver technical support, and manage projects for complex audio systems. Foster collaboration across sales, engineering, and product management to ensure successfu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$112K - $150K *

Optimize customer interactions by providing top-tier technical support and training, managing complex installations, and leading sales efforts. Collaborate across departments to enhance product perfor...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing EV battery production by integrating IT and manufacturing systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance factory automation, troubleshoot issues, and drive efficiency i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with diverse teams to design and develop innovative software solutions across desktop, web, and mobile platforms, while leveraging agile methodologies and AI tools to...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute test plans, ensuring HDD reliability and performance. Analyze failures, document findings, and drive continuous improvement in validation...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable, secure enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture, drive technology selection, and implement best practices while le...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Shape the future of brokerage technology by leading AI-driven application development, enhancing workflows, and elevating user experiences. Collaborate strategically across teams to drive innovation a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $250K *

Champion the development of AI-driven applications that enhance broker workflows, drive revenue growth, and improve member engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to build innovative, scalable solu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with us to develop technical proposals and solutions for customer projects, leveraging your engineering expertise to interpret requirements and deliver tailored quotations while ensuring c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Develop and enhance complex software systems, focusing on signal processing and data management. Engage in multi-threaded programming and algorithm development using C++, Java, and Python in UNIX/Linu...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and modernize enterprise applications by leveraging Java, Spring Boot, and container technologies. Collaborate with an Agile team to enhance system architecture and optimize data processing fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's modernizing enterprise data processing applications. Influence technical design and development using Java, Spring Boot, and container technologies while ensuring efficient data man...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape modernization solutions by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance productivity and reliability in process cranes. Collaborate with teams to provide technical analysis, design layouts...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive modernization solutions by providing technical support and analysis for process cranes, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with sales teams to enhance productivity and reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the Application Engineering team to enhance software solutions, optimize performance, and drive technological advancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient workflows a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $200K *

Build and scale critical backend systems that manage vast data volumes and high query loads. Collaborate with a talented team to design robust APIs, enhance deployment automation, and tackle complex t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $161K *

Lead the development of critical applications connecting Finance, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable software solutions, enhancing operati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge hardware solutions in semiconductor technology. Collaborate with suppliers and ensure quality systems meet market needs while supportin...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Champion enterprise application strategy and leadership, driving innovation and operational excellence across Microsoft Dynamics 365 and related platforms. Collaborate with teams to ensure scalable, s...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $150K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing and implementing complex systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to leverage modern technologies and enhance client capabilities, while staying cur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's passionate about launching next-gen Power and Mixed-Signal Products! You'll support customers, develop designs, and collaborate with engineering teams to drive innovation in battery...

1 week 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.