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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$145K - $175K *

Pioneer the future of engineering leadership by guiding global teams to deliver resilient, high-performance platforms that enhance index management and operational workflows while fostering a culture...

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$70K - $94K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $166K *

Transform systems at scale as you drive the development of robust applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while building high-performance software solutions that enhance the travel exper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$143K - $215K *

Develop high-quality software solutions by collaborating across the entire software lifecycle. Engage in architecture, design, implementation, and testing within an agile environment, ensuring robust...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $215K *

Champion the development of reliable, scalable software solutions, enhancing performance and observability for cloud-based products. Collaborate across teams to drive system resilience and actionable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $168K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $106K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex challenges through full-stack development and systems integration. Collaborate closely with users and stakeholders to deliver impactful software solutio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $150K *

Champion digital transformation by leading agile project teams to deliver data-driven insights and optimize business processes for maximum customer value using advanced Celonis functionalities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and deliver AI-enabled software solutions, transforming customer challenges into reliable products. Drive innovation in transportation technology while ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $480K *

Join a team that's redefining new business development through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Drive impactful customer engagements and lead complex deal negotiations to deliver transf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $118K *

Transform data center operations by mentoring technicians, ensuring compliance, and enhancing system reliability. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions and drive continuous improvement in hard...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $118K *

Unlock potential by guiding a team in data center operations, ensuring optimal performance through mentoring, troubleshooting, and adherence to best practices. Collaborate across technical and non-tec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $118K *

Partner with us to enhance data center operations by leveraging your expertise in infrastructure support, troubleshooting, and process improvement. Drive efficiency and innovation while collaborating...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee data center operations, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with technical teams, mentor staff, and implement solutions to enhance infrastructure r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $221K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging cloud-native architecture expertise. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, engage with stakeholders, and drive technical wins while a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $233K *

Join a team that's redefining the automotive shopping experience. Lead engineers in building innovative consumer applications, driving technical direction, and fostering collaboration across disciplin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Help us drive innovation as a Senior Applications Engineer, providing technical leadership and support for semiconductor test systems. Collaborate with customers to deliver tailored solutions and ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $124K *

Transform talent development by designing impactful programs that enhance skills and drive professional excellence globally. Collaborate with leaders to assess needs and implement innovative learning...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$217K - $264K *

Lead and optimize the engineering team to enhance customer onboarding and lifecycle management, ensuring robust risk management and compliance across products while fostering a high-performing, inclus...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $147K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your software engineering expertise to design, develop, and enhance applications. Collaborate with business leaders to drive innovative solutions while ensuring high-qua...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $243K *

Transform the energy and commodities landscape by leading the architecture and development of trade capture and risk management systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance technical st...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $223K *

Innovate and design cutting-edge services for seamless authentication and streaming in a dynamic workspace environment, enhancing user experience for both humans and AI agents while ensuring high avai...

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

$157K - $235K *

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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.