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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Lead the design and optimization of robust network infrastructures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions that align with business objec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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Elevate your career by designing and maintaining robust enterprise network infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure security, and support critical appli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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Shape your career with a dynamic role in environmental consulting, managing projects, mentoring staff, and conducting sound level analyses. Engage in fieldwork and collaborate with a multidisciplinary...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge software-defined radio platform, overseeing architecture decisions from concept to deployment, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure h...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Drive the development of automated test infrastructure for audio software, ensuring quality across diverse deliverables. Collaborate with teams to implement regression suites and validate outputs, enh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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Join our Systems Test team to enhance testing for next-gen hearing tech. Collaborate with software and development partners to build and maintain tests while advancing your skills in test development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $165K *

Manage and enhance audio test environments, ensuring high-fidelity platforms for engineers. Design custom fixtures and support QA processes, leveraging CAD tools and acoustic testing equipment to driv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $252K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing real-time systems, and enhancing product quality through rigorous testing and feedback. Drive technical e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.