Explore Audio Engineer Jobs

Audio engineers capture, shape, and deliver sound for music, film, television, games, live events, podcasts, and other media. They combine technical expertise with a strong ear to produce clear, engaging audio, working with artists, producers, directors, and technical teams throughout the production process. Explore Audio Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Audio Engineers Do

Depending on their specialty, audio engineers may record performances, operate mixing consoles, edit and mix tracks, master finished recordings, design sound, or manage audio systems for live and broadcast productions. The work can involve selecting microphones and equipment, troubleshooting signal chains, coordinating sessions, and delivering audio that meets creative goals and technical standards.

Common Audio Engineer Specialties

Audio engineering careers span recording and studio production, live sound, broadcast and post-production, game audio, and audio systems design. Some professionals focus on mixing or mastering, while others specialize in dialogue editing, sound effects, acoustics, or production technology. Responsibilities and job titles vary by employer and industry.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek hands-on experience with digital audio workstations, mixing consoles, microphones, signal processing, and audio routing. Strong listening skills, attention to detail, collaboration, and troubleshooting are valuable across specialties. Some roles prioritize a degree or formal training; others emphasize a portfolio, credits, and demonstrated experience with relevant equipment and workflows.

Audio Engineer Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation varies with specialization, experience, location, and the scope of responsibility. Senior, lead, and specialized positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, particularly in high-demand production environments or technical leadership roles. Browse Ladders listings to discover vetted opportunities and compare roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

Find Audio Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Audio Engineer jobs on Ladders to explore professional opportunities across industries. Review each listing for salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications, then target roles that match your technical strengths and creative experience.

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$117K - $148K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and implementation of innovative cloud solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance technology architecture and ensure scalable, efficient systems that me...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $148K *

Pioneer the development of innovative cloud solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance technology architecture and operational plans, while providing expert guidance and ensuring scalable...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $105K *

Develop and execute innovative solutions in a fast-paced R&D lab, focusing on automation, equipment maintenance, and experimental design to advance semiconductor technology and enhance operational eff...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Help us design and implement innovative audio-visual solutions for diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration, quality outcomes, and cutting-edge AV technology that meets...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of analog engineering, leading the development of PMIC and mixed-signal products. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation from concept to production, en...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Advance your career by leading the architectural evolution of PMIC and mixed-signal products. Drive the full development lifecycle, mentor engineers, and collaborate with customers to create innovativ...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Drive innovative audio-visual solutions by planning, designing, and implementing projects across various sectors, collaborating with teams to ensure seamless integration and high-quality AV outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Elevate audio-visual experiences by designing and implementing cutting-edge AV solutions. Collaborate with teams to integrate systems and ensure quality outcomes across diverse projects, while maintai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving new business growth in K-12 education. Build partnerships, manage sales cycles, and enhance student engagement through tailored solutions. Join a dynamic team dedicated to...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $150K *

Transform large-scale civil infrastructure projects by ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Document daily activities, verify work quality, and support project oversight to maintain high...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in migrating from Cisco Dedicated Instance to Multi-Tenant. Design, configure, and ensure the new environment meets enterprise standards while training the engineering team for future...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate as a Principal Engineer, shaping our expert community's technology and driving collaboration across teams to enhance our recruiting efforts. Embrace a culture focused on experimentat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Reimagine the future of technology as a Principal Engineer, leading teams to achieve customer goals and fostering innovation in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that values collaboration and cre...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Partner with us to design and integrate electroextraction systems, engaging in hands-on testing and troubleshooting while collaborating across disciplines to advance critical minerals recovery technol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Engineer high-performance RF power amplifier solutions. Design, simulate, and validate innovative PA circuitry, focusing on efficiency and output. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product in...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead innovative electrical engineering projects, enhancing commercial building designs. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while managing proje...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and implement solutions for commercial buildings, ensuring compliance and excellenc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $218K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of high-performance analog and mixed-signal IP. Collaborate across global teams to drive circuit design, validation, and architecture definition...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $218K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Innovate solutions by developing backend systems for AI Voice Agents, ensuring seamless communication and scheduling within healthcare. Join a small team that delivers daily, tackling real-time integr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Transform education by driving new business growth with K-12 schools. Build relationships, manage the sales cycle, and deliver tailored solutions that enhance student engagement in distraction-free en...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Grow new business by developing partnerships with K-12 schools. Drive sales through effective pipeline management, relationship building, and tailored solutions that enhance student engagement in dist...

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an audio engineer do?question toggle

    An audio engineer records, edits, mixes, processes, or delivers sound for productions such as music, film, television, games, broadcasts, and live events. Specific duties depend on the role and specialty.

  • What skills do audio engineer jobs require?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include proficiency with digital audio workstations and mixing equipment, knowledge of microphones and signal flow, critical listening, troubleshooting, attention to detail, and collaboration.

  • What industries hire audio engineers?question toggle

    Audio engineers work in music recording, film and television, broadcasting, gaming, live events, podcasting, and audio technology, among other fields.

  • Can audio engineers find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some senior, specialized, or technical leadership roles may pay $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • How can I find audio engineer jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Audio Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting's salary, qualifications, responsibilities, and location to identify opportunities that fit your experience and goals.