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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$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $176K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of designing and supporting broadcast production systems, ensuring seamless audio, video, and control operations for live and non-live shows in a dynamic environmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$116K - $160K *

Empower innovative data center design and operations, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance capacity and efficiency while maintaining stringent safety and security standards across AWS’s global...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $150K *

Lead engineering analyses and design for complex defense and industrial facilities. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative solutions for structural and geotechnical challeng...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining product development by taking ownership of outcomes. Engage directly with customers, drive product decisions, and iterate quickly to deliver impactful solutions in a fast...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $225K *

Elevate your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment where you will engage with traders and researchers, developing impactful algorithms and trading strategies to drive success in financial mar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Transform manufacturing excellence by ensuring quality standards meet and exceed expectations. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement, resolve quality issues, and enhance processes i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Support quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product standards and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Engage dire...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Manage optical system design and verification for interplanetary missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address design challenges, support production processes, and ensure optimal perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $100K *

Drive the production and publishing of high-quality podcasts, managing workflows, technical setups, and content optimization to enhance audience engagement and growth across multiple platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Support our dynamic podcast production by managing workflows, ensuring high-quality audio/video, and optimizing content for distribution. Collaborate with hosts and guests to deliver engaging episodes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $128K *

Innovate operational efficiency by bridging observability and AIOps. Leverage Python automation and AI tools to enhance incident response, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate across engineeri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $128K *

Transform incident response and operational efficiency by integrating observability platforms, leveraging AIOps, and developing Python automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troublesho...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $128K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Develop and validate high-power power conversion hardware for industrial applications. This hands-on role requires expertise in power converter design, prototype debugging, and collaboration across te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $93K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.