Developer Support Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does a Developer Support Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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.

Find Developer Support Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$93K - $126K *

Deliver innovative software solutions that enhance healthcare experiences. Collaborate across teams to develop, test, and maintain applications, ensuring efficient code and system functionality while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and delivering complex full-stack solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering quality and lead technical initiative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$145K - $160K *

Innovate by leading the development of robust Salesforce solutions, architecting integrations, and enhancing AI capabilities while driving technical excellence and scalability across enterprise system...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic partnerships with AI/ML and Data Platform companies. Drive co-build, co-market, and co-sell initiatives while collaborating across teams to enhance product integ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing a modern digital life insurance platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient, secure applications while driving software initiative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $153K *

Engineer innovative web solutions for hunters, enhancing user experiences through collaboration and technical expertise. Drive projects from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and scalability in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

Transform the user experience for hunters by building and scaling web products. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions, leveraging modern technologies and data-driven insights to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

Elevate your career by building innovative web solutions for hunters. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences, drive technical excellence, and embrace new technologies in a dynamic enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

Advance web experiences for hunters by building scalable solutions using TypeScript, Vue, and GraphQL. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction while driving innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative web solutions for hunters, enhancing user experiences through collaboration and technical expertise. Drive projects from concept to delivery while ensuring hig...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $153K *

Lead the development of innovative web solutions for hunters, enhancing user experiences through collaboration and technical ownership. Drive initiatives from concept to delivery while embracing evolv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive security excellence by hardening AWS infrastructure and code. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify risks, enhance architecture, and lead incident investigations, ensuring robust securi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $297K *

Innovate the future of software delivery by defining technical direction for a vital platform. Lead high-impact projects, set architecture standards, and mentor engineers in this hands-on role within...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $153K *

Unlock your potential as you build and scale web experiences for hunters, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Take ownership of your work in a dynamic environment that values...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise software by designing and building scalable, secure backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment and integration capabilities, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $187K *

Champion the scalability and efficiency of our Identity as a Service platform by designing frameworks, monitoring system health, and optimizing performance for millions of users. Collaborate with cros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Engineer innovative access controls to enhance security and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust policies that safeguard infrastructure while addressing complex challe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize onboarding excellence by designing impactful programs that accelerate new sales hires' productivity and ramp times in a high-growth tech environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure practi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-scale content platform that empowers 1.5M employees daily. Manage a dynamic engineering team, drive architectural strategy, and collaborate across departments to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$118K - $219K *

Engage in designing and building scalable enterprise software solutions, focusing on cloud-native applications and microservices. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure, resilient platforms that e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $219K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Software Engineer, driving innovation in scalable enterprise solutions. Collaborate across teams to design secure, resilient APIs and cloud-native applications that enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in launching and supporting microwave radio products, ensuring compliance and performance through hands-on testing, technical support, and customer interaction across North America to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Engage your expertise to launch and support microwave radio products, ensuring compliance and performance across North America. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve technical issues and enhance c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Developer Support Engineer?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.