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.
$125K - $150K *
Elevate your career by driving data engineering excellence in Palantir Foundry, transforming legacy systems into robust pipelines and applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to de...
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Sr Program Manager, Client Delivery
$155K - $180K *
Drive successful delivery of complex, multi-year programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring client satisfaction an...
3 weeks ago
$209K - $275K *
Elevate enterprise solutions by collaborating with teams to design and deliver tailored technology architectures, driving business value through technical consulting and product expertise in Cisco's o...
Reposted 1 month ago
Strategic Account Executive - West
$286K - $315K *
Join a team that drives growth by managing strategic accounts and fostering relationships. You'll coordinate with various teams to ensure successful adoption of solutions within large enterprises whil...
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Customer Success Manager (CSM)
$80K - $95K *
Champion customer success by managing relationships, driving revenue growth, and ensuring retention. Collaborate across teams to support clients through international expansion and platform migration...
3 weeks ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Transform 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 solutio...
Reposted today
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions within enterprise teams, architecting and delivering robust systems that meet real-world demands. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless int...
Reposted yesterday
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions within enterprise teams, architecting and delivering robust systems that meet real-world demands. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure successful i...
Reposted yesterday
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative AI solutions by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and delivering real-world applications. Balance consulting, engineering, and operational roles to drive impac...
Reposted yesterday
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Transform enterprise AI solutions by embedding with teams, architecting systems, and delivering real-world applications. Engage in a dynamic role that blends consulting, engineering, and operations to...
Reposted 4 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. This multifaceted role combines consulting, engineering, and operational expertise to drive impactful results...
Reposted 4 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Transform enterprise challenges into AI solutions by embedding with teams, architecting systems, and delivering real-world applications. Leverage your engineering expertise to drive impactful results...
Reposted 1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Unlock potential by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. This multifaceted role combines consulting, engineering, and operational expertise to drive impactful results...
Reposted 1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Advance your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. Engage in consulting, engineering, and operational roles, ensuring real-world application of AI in regulat...
Reposted 1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Collaborate with enterprise teams to architect and deploy AI systems, ensuring real-world functionality. Balance consulting, engineering, and operational roles to deliver impactful solutions in regula...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of AI integration, collaborating with enterprise clients to architect and deploy robust systems that drive real-world impact. Leverage your engineering expertise to...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Collaborate with enterprise teams to architect and implement AI systems, ensuring real-world application and performance. Engage in consulting, engineering, and operational roles to deliver impactful...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and AI, embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver robust AI solutions that meet real-world demands in regulated industries...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions within enterprise teams, architecting and delivering robust systems that meet real-world demands. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless int...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Drive innovation by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and implement AI solutions. Balance consulting, engineering, and operational roles to deliver real-world applications that meet client...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Unlock your potential as a Forward Deployed Engineer, collaborating closely with enterprise teams to architect and implement AI solutions that thrive in real-world environments, driving innovation and...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Architect innovative AI solutions by embedding with enterprise teams, transforming complex business challenges into robust applications, and ensuring seamless integration within existing workflows and...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Drive innovation by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deploy AI systems. Engage in hands-on engineering, consulting, and operational roles to deliver real-world solutions that meet clie...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $140K *
Elevate your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. This multifaceted role combines consulting, engineering, and operational expertise to drive impactful resu...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (TypeScript + AI) - Remote - USA
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to architect and implement AI solutions, collaborating closely with enterprise clients. Engage in hands-on development, ensuring robust integration and delivery of AI systems that...
1 week ago
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.