Automation engineers design, build, and improve systems that perform tasks with less manual effort. Their work spans software testing, manufacturing, robotics, and business processes. Browse vetted Automation Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where roles are focused on compensation of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and seniority. Engineers may develop automated test frameworks, program industrial controls, integrate robotics, or streamline workflows. Common tasks include analyzing requirements, selecting tools, writing and maintaining code, monitoring system performance, troubleshooting failures, and documenting solutions. Collaboration with software, operations, quality, and product teams is often essential.
Employers commonly seek experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#, along with automation frameworks, scripting, and version control. Depending on the role, useful skills may include CI/CD, cloud platforms, APIs, databases, PLCs, robotics, instrumentation, or industrial protocols. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills help engineers deliver reliable systems and explain technical tradeoffs.
Automation engineers can specialize in quality assurance and software test automation, industrial and manufacturing automation, robotics, or process automation. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, architecture, technical leadership, or engineering management roles. The best-fit path depends on your technical strengths, industry interests, and the scale of systems you want to own.
Use Ladders to explore vetted Automation Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer and location.
Software Development Engineer III, MuleSoft
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Transform integration solutions by designing and developing robust MuleSoft applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and optimize performance while mentori...
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Elevate your skills in software and integration to drive impactful solutions across data engineering, AI functionality, application development, and DevOps, ensuring quality and innovation in every pr...
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Senior DevOps Engineer - Infra Services
$90K - $252K *
Unlock potential by driving the design and implementation of scalable DNS & Kubernetes architectures. Collaborate with teams to automate processes, ensuring performance and security in mission-critica...
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Sr. Supplier Quality Engineer I
$100K - $123K *
Unlock potential by leading supplier audits and performance evaluations. Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering str...
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Program Chief Engineer, RSX (Remote considered)
$190K - $275K *
Champion innovation in aerospace as a technical authority, leading system architecture and integration for advanced interceptor products while ensuring mission success and technical integrity across m...
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$200K - $250K *
Drive client growth by leveraging industry insights and technical expertise to craft customized solutions that meet the diverse needs of Fortune 500 companies while collaborating across teams to enhan...
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Systems Engineer III Cloud - Data Center
$110K - $130K *
Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive engineering excellence in major power generation projects, coordinating activities from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely deliverables and succes...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive software release management by coordinating cross-team dependencies, ensuring readiness, and enhancing visibility into release status and customer impact. Collaborate with Engineering, Product...
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Manager, Application Architecture
$109K - $183K *
Champion the evolution of a leading SaaS platform by guiding a global team of architects. Drive modernization, scalability, and security while establishing standards and collaborating across departmen...
6 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$138K - $165K *
Partner with us to design and implement VoIP infrastructure and AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, scalability, and integration while mentoring colleagues and...
4 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$176K - $308K *
Champion the design and implementation of VoIP infrastructure, enhancing AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence while mentoring p...
4 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$176K - $308K *
Drive the design and implementation of VoIP infrastructure and AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, scalability, and integration of telephony platforms while men...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Engineer substation design projects, focusing on layout, protection, and control systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with standards while developing detailed design documents and solu...
1 week ago
Technical Support Escalations Manager (Nights)
$104K - $152K *
Lead the charge in customer escalation management during critical incidents, ensuring timely communication and effective coordination between customers and technical teams to maintain operational stab...
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GenAI & High Performance Computing (HPC) Delivery Engineer
$122K - $158K *
Join a dynamic team as a GenAI & HPC Delivery Engineer, driving cutting-edge GPU solutions and optimizing performance for AI and HPC infrastructures. Engage directly with customers, ensuring successfu...
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Azure DevOps Engineer – Release Coordinator
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as an Azure DevOps Engineer, where you'll manage CI/CD pipelines, coordinate releases, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software relia...
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Technical Application Engineer - Industrial Communications products (MDS and Lentronics)
$89K - $148K *
Drive technical solutions by collaborating with sales teams and customers to enhance industrial communications products. Develop sales strategies, manage customer relationships, and ensure compliance...
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Senior Internal Auditor - Business & IT Operations
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of global operational audits, leveraging AI to enhance processes. Collaborate with a tight-knit team to deliver insights, improve controls, and drive innovation in Internal Audit practi...
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Transform the future of marketing by designing and deploying AI-driven growth systems. This hands-on role merges engineering and marketing to enhance customer engagement and streamline operations thro...
2 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Partner Integrations
$225K - $265K *
Drive the development of seamless integrations for security platforms, leading a team to deliver high-quality, reliable products that enhance customer security stacks and ensure compatibility with evo...
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Electrical/Solar Design Engineer- Utility Scale (Mid/Senior- Level)
$110K - $135K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by designing utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects. Collaborate with experts to deliver innovative engineering solutions while m...
3 days ago
Principal Engineer, Solutions Architecture - Networking
$142K - $203K *
Design and optimize AI-ready networking infrastructures to support high-performance computing and data-intensive workloads. Collaborate with customers to assess, plan, and implement scalable solutions...
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Sr. Simulation Software Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of simulation software by developing robust frameworks that enhance testing for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve architecture and mentor pee...
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What does an Automation Engineer do?
An Automation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains systems that reduce manual work. Depending on the industry, this can include automated software testing, industrial controls, robotics, or automated business processes.
What skills are commonly required for Automation Engineer jobs?
Common requirements include programming or scripting, automation tools and frameworks, troubleshooting, and systems integration. Specific roles may also require experience with CI/CD, cloud services, PLCs, robotics, APIs, or manufacturing systems.
What industries hire Automation Engineers?
Automation Engineers work in software and technology, manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, finance, logistics, and other industries that use automated systems.
How much do Automation Engineers earn?
Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary and role details.
How can I find Automation Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Automation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify roles aligned with your experience.