Explore Applications Engineer Jobs

Applications Engineers bridge the gap between technical products and the people who use them. They work with customers and internal teams to understand requirements, configure or adapt solutions, troubleshoot issues, and help organizations get the most from complex products. Explore vetted Applications Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Applications Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and product, but often include evaluating customer needs, demonstrating technical capabilities, supporting product implementation, diagnosing performance problems, and communicating feedback to engineering or product teams. Applications Engineers may work in software, semiconductors, manufacturing, energy, medical technology, and other technical fields.

Skills Employers Look For

Many roles call for a relevant engineering or technical background, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly. Depending on the position, employers may value experience with programming, systems integration, CAD or simulation tools, product testing, cloud platforms, or industry-specific standards. Customer communication and collaboration are also central to success.

Applications Engineer Career Paths

Applications Engineers can advance into senior or staff-level technical roles, solutions architecture, product management, sales engineering, technical leadership, or engineering management. Building expertise in a specialized product area, developing customer-facing skills, and demonstrating measurable implementation outcomes can support career growth.

Find Applications Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Applications Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare positions across industries, and apply for opportunities that match your technical experience and career goals. Salary and qualifications vary by employer, location, and level.

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$80K - $100K *

Develop and enhance automated provisioning systems to efficiently onboard high volumes of servers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and process optimization, direct...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $224K *

Lead the design and modernization of mission-critical SATCOM systems, ensuring seamless integration and lifecycle support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ope...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and develop dynamic engineering teams to enhance communication systems that improve health equity outcomes for underserved patients. Drive technical direction, manage shared codebases, and collab...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $146K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $138K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $275K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $257K *

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Boulder, CORemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Applications Engineer do?question toggle

    An Applications Engineer helps customers and internal teams select, configure, implement, and troubleshoot technical products. The role often combines engineering knowledge, problem-solving, product expertise, and customer communication.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Applications Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the industry and product. Employers commonly seek a degree or equivalent technical experience in engineering or a related field, along with relevant product knowledge, analytical skills, and clear communication.

  • Which industries hire Applications Engineers?question toggle

    Applications Engineers work across industries such as software, semiconductors, manufacturing, energy, medical technology, telecommunications, and industrial automation.

  • How can I find Applications Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Applications Engineer openings and review the listed compensation, location, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, though availability and pay depend on each employer and role.

  • What career paths can Applications Engineers pursue?question toggle

    Potential paths include senior or staff engineering, solutions architecture, sales engineering, product management, technical leadership, and engineering management.