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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$276K - $363K *

Transform data privacy practices by building governance frameworks and enforcement infrastructure. Lead a new engineering team while collaborating with Legal and Product to ensure compliance and respo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$276K - $363K *

Elevate privacy and AI governance by building infrastructure and policies that ensure responsible data handling. Lead a team to enforce consent, manage user rights, and collaborate with Legal and Prod...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with customers to deliver tailored engineering solutions, driving sales growth and ensuring product success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while traveling to customer sites to foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Empower growth by engaging with customers to develop innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical success, travel to customer sites, and contribute to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by owning complex software projects, collaborating cross-functionally, and developing scalable applications across front-end, back-end, and cloud environments while leveraging mode...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer will join a dynamic team at Arch, focusing on building an AI-driven analytics platform for HVAC contractors to promote energy-efficient technologies. This role involves en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that drives the technical excellence of events through cutting-edge AV solutions. Lead a dedicated group while ensuring seamless operations that enhance guest experiences at a premier venu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $145K *

Analyze complex engineering challenges to enhance network performance and design innovative solutions. Lead integration and testing efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

Engineer and oversee site implementations, ensuring quality control and effective project management for network installations. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and maintain operational standard...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $145K *

Lead engineering functions in a dynamic NOC environment, providing advanced technical support, optimizing network performance, and collaborating with customers to enhance service delivery. Drive staff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen wearable technology by designing, testing, and optimizing low-power electronic circuits. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions from prototype to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$65K - $100K *

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

$65K - $100K *

Join us to support project management by overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining accurate documentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance project efficie...

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

$65K - $100K *

Advance your career by supporting project management and subcontractor oversight on-site. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, maintain documentation, and facilitate communication for successf...

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

$105K - $131K *

Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing spectrum compatibility for military systems. This role involves analyzing RF performance, reviewing commercial networks, and developing engineering solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $223K *

Create impactful solutions at the forefront of national security by leveraging your expertise in signals analysis. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance defense strategies and protect vital infor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $200K *

Strategize market access initiatives to enhance patient access and reimbursement. Oversee government affairs, engage with policymakers, and lead a high-performing team to support Cochlear's innovative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $134K *

Lead the charge in coordinating engineering production and construction activities. Ensure compliance with safety standards, manage resources effectively, and collaborate with stakeholders for efficie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and optimization of critical backend features, ensuring robust performance and scalability in our analytics engine, while enhancing user experience through clean, efficient codin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate collaboration and delivery of end-to-end system development for enterprise platforms. Lead customer engagement, design reviews, manage change processes, and ensure high-quality solutions that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Manage end-to-end system development and maintenance for enterprise platforms, ensuring alignment with business needs while leading requirements gathering and project coordination to enhance performan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of technical sales by engaging new clients, delivering tailored solutions, and cultivating lasting relationships. Drive revenue growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $175K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leadership role driving end-to-end system development. Engage in stakeholder collaboration, oversee technical specifications, and enhance business-critical platforms with strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.