Explore Developer Support Engineer opportunities that combine software engineering expertise with customer-focused problem solving. These professionals help developers use APIs, SDKs, platforms, and other technical products by investigating complex issues, explaining solutions, and sharing insights with product and engineering teams. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find high-value opportunities.
Developer Support Engineers work directly with software developers and technical customers to diagnose product and integration problems. They may reproduce bugs, analyze logs and code, write sample implementations, answer questions about documentation, and guide customers through troubleshooting. They also identify recurring issues and collaborate with engineering, product, and documentation teams to improve the developer experience.
Employers commonly seek strong programming and debugging skills, familiarity with APIs and software development tools, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly. Experience with languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or Go may be useful, along with knowledge of cloud services, databases, networking, and version control. Successful candidates pair analytical thinking and technical depth with patience, empathy, and clear written communication.
Developer Support Engineer roles are available at software companies, cloud providers, fintech firms, and other organizations with technical products. Depending on experience and employer needs, career paths can lead to senior or lead support engineering, developer relations, solutions engineering, technical account management, or product and engineering roles. Browse Ladders for vetted openings paying $100,000 or more and find opportunities aligned with your technical strengths.
Use Ladders to discover professional Developer Support Engineer positions and explore roles by employer, location, and experience level. Review each listing for responsibilities, required technologies, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your background.
$120K - $145K *
Drive your career with impactful Terafina implementation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to customize solutions, manage integrations, and support clients through all project phases...
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Staff Software Engineer, Web Application Services
$155K - $190K *
Empower the evolution of web-based services by architecting solutions that enhance user experiences and drive growth, leading cross-functional collaboration while mentoring engineers and establishing...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Drive innovative AI solutions by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and delivering real-world applications. Collaborate across roles to ensure successful implementation and integra...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Transform enterprise challenges into AI-driven solutions by embedding with teams, architecting systems, and delivering robust applications that thrive in real-world environments. Engage as a consultan...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovation by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deploy AI systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to solve complex problems and deliver real-world solutions in regulated indu...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's redefining AI integration by embedding with enterprise clients, architecting robust systems, and delivering real-world solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to drive impact...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Innovate with us to embed AI solutions directly into enterprise systems. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll architect, build, and optimize real-world applications, collaborating closely with clien...
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Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Empower enterprise teams by architecting and deploying AI systems that integrate seamlessly into existing workflows, ensuring robust performance in regulated environments while collaborating closely w...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as a Forward Deployed Engineer, bridging AI solutions with enterprise needs. Collaborate closely with clients to architect and implement robust systems, ensuring real-world appli...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Advance your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and build AI systems that thrive in real environments. Engage as a consultant, operator, and engineer to deliver impactful solutions...
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$140K - $180K *
Shape the future of our iOS platform by designing and implementing scalable features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance client interactions with emis...
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Manager, Software Engineering - Engineering Tools
$120K - $148K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AEC software by leading engineering talent and enhancing workflows. Drive innovation in Autodesk Revit add-ins and tools while fostering a collaborative enviro...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Lifecycle Marketing
$181K - $245K *
Elevate your career by leading lifecycle marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement, retention, and monetization. Drive impactful programs while managing a high-performing team and collabor...
1 week ago
$117K - $168K *
Join us to deliver exceptional technical support for HPS systems globally. Collaborate with a dynamic team to resolve customer inquiries, enhance satisfaction, and maintain expertise in process contro...
3 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on building innovative products that delight users. As a Product Manager, you'll lead impactful projects, collaborate closely with engineers, and shape th...
1 week ago
Engineering Product Manager - Mobility
$179K - $254K *
Join a team that's driving the future of mobility and IoT! Oversee product lifecycles, collaborate with executives, and navigate complex networks to align cutting-edge solutions with customer needs an...
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Software Engineer (L2) - Platform Integrations
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing integration features across modern and legacy systems. You'll design APIs, deliver high-quality integrations, and collaborate with experienced engineers to dr...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Champion the development of an AI platform by leading a team to architect and build essential systems for AI-driven applications, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with cross-fu...
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Sales Development Representative
$80K - $110K *
Unlock growth by driving high-impact engagements with C-suite security leaders. Utilize cutting-edge sales tools and collaborate seamlessly with Account Executives to generate valuable pipelines and f...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by engaging with clients to translate technical challenges into innovative solutions. This role combines presales expertise, solution design, and hands-on engineering to drive custome...
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Staff Software Engineer, ML Training Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Innovate a high-performance AI training platform, enhancing ML workflows for autonomous vehicles. Collaborate across teams to optimize model development, ensuring reliability and scalability while pro...
1 month ago
$160K - $190K *
Unlock your potential as a key player in software development, leading projects from design to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance applications, optimize performance, and dr...
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Software Development Engineer in Test II
$82K - $147K *
Unlock potential by driving automated testing strategies and enhancing deployment processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and performance across microservices, while maintainin...
3 weeks ago
Field Service Engineer -Southeast
$90K - $115K *
Join us to support advanced Warehouse Robotics in the field, delivering exceptional service and solutions to our North American customers. Leverage your technical expertise and customer empathy to dri...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer- Windows (Duo)
$139K - $203K *
Transform security solutions by designing high-performance authentication components and leading technical innovations in Windows environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deplo...
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What is a Developer Support Engineer?
A Developer Support Engineer helps software developers use a company’s technical products, such as APIs, SDKs, platforms, and cloud services. The role involves troubleshooting, debugging, explaining integrations, and sharing product feedback with internal teams.
What skills do Developer Support Engineers need?
Common qualifications include programming and debugging ability, experience with APIs and developer tools, and familiarity with areas such as cloud infrastructure, databases, and networking. Clear communication, analytical thinking, and a customer-focused approach are also important.
How is a Developer Support Engineer different from a software engineer?
Software engineers primarily design and build software, while Developer Support Engineers focus on helping customers and developers use that software successfully. Support engineers may still write code, reproduce bugs, and contribute technical feedback or examples.
What career paths can follow a Developer Support Engineer role?
Experienced Developer Support Engineers may advance into senior or team leadership positions, developer relations, solutions engineering, technical account management, or product and software engineering roles.
Where can I find Developer Support Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Ladders lists vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search the listings for Developer Support Engineer opportunities and review each posting for compensation, location, and qualifications.