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.
$155K - $211K *
Transform the pre-sales landscape as a Solutions Engineer, collaborating with teams to deliver tailored demos, design technical solutions, and drive customer success while shaping best practices in a...
5 days ago
Staff Database Reliability Engineer
$195K - $229K *
Transform database architecture by leading high-availability strategies, optimizing performance, and ensuring security across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...
5 days ago
$100K - $110K *
Optimize innovative software solutions by designing and developing scalable web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products while maintaining high code quality...
1 week ago
$100K - $110K *
Join a team that's driving innovative software solutions as a Full Stack Developer. Collaborate with passionate engineers to design, develop, and maintain applications that make a real impact across f...
1 week ago
Staff Database Reliability Engineer
$165K - $194K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading database architecture and governance across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability, security, and perfo...
5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Empower groundbreaking AI development by designing and implementing custom API integrations, collaborating closely with strategic partners to enhance RAG capabilities and optimize client experiences a...
Reposted 1 month ago
Technology Engineer, Principal
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of technology engineering by providing strategic leadership and driving modernization initiatives. Influence architectural standards and mentor teams to enhance operational efficiency...
1 week ago
Principal Product Manager, Pro
$170K - $205K *
Unlock the potential of our Pro offering by leading product strategy and roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences for short-term rental operators and HOAs, ensuring scalable s...
3 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, Mobile, Android
$174K - $252K *
Engineer innovative software solutions, leading design reviews and enhancing product quality. Collaborate with teams to develop and maintain scalable applications, ensuring best practices in coding an...
3 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, Mobile, Android
$174K - $252K *
Elevate software development by designing, testing, and launching innovative applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and ensure high-quality code while leading design reviews a...
1 week ago
Business Development and Technical SME, Senior Manager
$142K - $266K *
Join us to lead business development and technical solutions for Navy clients. Drive growth strategies, engage with stakeholders, and deliver innovative solutions while managing contract execution and...
1 week ago
$80K - $140K *
Contribute to impactful software solutions by developing, testing, and maintaining web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and implement new features in a...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower our mission by designing and developing low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable applications that support th...
2 days ago
Software Engineer (Web Platform)
$130K - $155K *
Engineer exceptional frontend experiences, optimizing React for superior performance. Own product surfaces and drive development of interactive verification and reporting features, impacting users dai...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Android Engineer, Government Products
$196K - $230K *
Drive the development of innovative mobile experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create intuitive Android applications that empower users in their financial journeys, while ensurin...
3 days ago
$176K - $200K *
Unlock potential by partnering with product teams to embed security in software development. Drive secure practices, conduct reviews, and enhance security frameworks while addressing emerging threats...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Client Operations
$192K - $266K *
Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer - Mobile Backend
$180K - $220K *
Shape the future of digital assets by designing and building robust APIs and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in a fast-paced environm...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack (Geospatial Team)
$139K - $174K *
Contribute to the development of innovative web applications, collaborating across teams to solve complex problems and enhance user experiences. Play a key role in driving product development within a...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer II - LLM Observability
$183K - $206K *
Transform AI observability by developing end-to-end capabilities, architecting data models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user workflows and insights into agent performance...
2 weeks ago
Software Development Engineer - AI Infrastructure Development Platform
$130K - $195K *
Drive innovation by developing robust AI infrastructure solutions that empower teams to build, deploy, and manage AI applications. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance developer experience and en...
1 week ago
Lead Technical Support Engineer (DC Region)
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading technical support for Field Service Engineers. Resolve complex issues, enhance team capabilities, and drive improvements in service quality while ensuring customer satis...
2 days ago
Software Developer, Senior (Remote Canada)
$120K - $135K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions while mentoring a talented team. Collaborate with cross-functional groups to enhance healthcare systems, ensuring reliability and scalabilit...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Product Manager, Internal Tools
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in optimizing our software factory and internal tools, enhancing developer experience and AI integration. Collaborate with engineering teams to streamline workflows, ensuring faster, m...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer - Product Platform Team
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of software engineering by owning critical product features, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving technical excellence in a dynamic, innovative environment focused on scalabl...
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.