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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$150K - $180K *

Transform production processes by overseeing multiple shows, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering collaboration among creative teams and optimizing workflo...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing cloud infrastructure for scientific computing, ensuring reliability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Empower patients by delivering exceptional audiology services in a dynamic, multi-site practice. Join a collaborative team focused on enhancing patient care through advanced technology and continuous...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Design innovative electrical systems for buildings, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality plans and specifications, supporting diverse projects in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading electrical system design for highway and bridge projects. Oversee construction documents, conduct analyses, and mentor junior engineers while collabo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading electrical system design for highway and bridge projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance wi...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of our Roadway practice by leading multi-state initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Ohio River Valley. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team of engineers in developing cutting-edge transmission designs. Oversee project execution and ensure adherence to regulatory standards while fostering colla...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage a team of engineers in creating utility designs while ensuring compliance with standards. Oversee performance, mentor staff, and maintain client relationships, driving quality and efficiency in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Lead a team of engineers and designers to develop high-quality utility engineering solutions, oversee project delivery, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and foster a collaborati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing power transmission engineering by supervising a skilled team of designers and engineers to deliver high-quality, compliant designs and cost estimates that meet regulatory...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of designers and engineers in developing innovative transmission engineering solutions, ensuring high standards and compliance with regulations, while fostering professional development an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Transform the energy landscape by leading a skilled team in developing innovative transmission engineering solutions, ensuring quality designs, regulatory compliance, and mentoring engineers to drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in managing transmission design projects, ensuring quality compliance, mentoring engineering staff, and enhancing client relationships to drive innovative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Lead Transmission Engineering efforts by supervising design teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing staff performance through mentorship and evaluation, while maintaining customer r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to impactful engineering projects by leading a dynamic team, ensuring quality designs and compliance with standards, while mentoring engineers and fostering client relationships to drive su...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform engineering leadership by mentoring a skilled team, ensuring compliance with design standards, and overseeing high-quality transmission projects while fostering client relationships and prom...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $147K *

Transform your career by leading production support for ETL technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance application stability and resolve complex issues in a dynamic 24/7 environment, driving inno...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of Audible's applications by leading complex technical initiatives, mentoring developers, and driving innovative solutions in a collaborative, agile environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Engage in advanced cost engineering to drive cost reduction initiatives across battery platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design decisions and optimize sourcing strategies...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $132K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data engineering team. Drive delivery, foster growth, and manage relationships with key stakeholders for successful data governance and access across the organ...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $132K *

Lead and mentor a diverse engineering team to deliver impactful data solutions, ensuring effective collaboration across stakeholders while fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and quality in dat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $132K *

Transform data governance and engineering practices as you lead a dynamic team. Drive delivery, nurture talent, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance data access and reliability fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Empower users by designing and delivering LLM-powered solutions. Collaborate with teams to understand challenges, engineer robust systems, and ensure AI solutions meet real-world needs while driving i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of systems from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment with customer needs and operational requirements. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance engineering processes and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.