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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$95K - $188K *

Shape the future of software by designing and implementing cloud-native applications and AI features. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance technical skills while delivering impactful solutions i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $188K *

Champion the development of innovative cloud-native applications and AI features. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, build, and maintain scalable full-stack solutions while enhancing your tech...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $188K *

Design and implement scalable full-stack applications, integrating AI features and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client solutions while growing your technical expertise in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $170K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying innovative software solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable applications, manage microservices, and enhance user experiences through cutting-e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $206K *

Lead a team to develop and maintain critical software solutions, ensuring seamless integration across commercial systems and finance functions while mentoring global developers and driving platform sc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $278K *

Drive innovation in product management by guiding technical products from conception to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving feat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate solutions in Salesforce Health Cloud, collaborating with teams to enhance functionality and user experience while leveraging your technical expertise in JavaScript and Node.js to resolve issu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $258K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable software solutions that enhance marketplace infrastructure, driving technical direction and team growth while ensuring high-quality, reliable services for travel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate system reliability by automating operations, optimizing infrastructure, and collaborating with application teams to ensure high performance in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing system reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot web applications, implement automation, and improve customer servi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence within a dynamic Injection Molding Center of Excellence, driving process development, product launches, and continuous improvement in medical device manufactu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Build innovative software solutions as you develop and maintain the Apex Server application. Collaborate across teams to enhance functionality, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-quality deliverable...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and maintain innovative software solutions, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance cloud video and security technologies while mentoring junior developers an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $236K *

Elevate operational efficiency as you manage and optimize technical infrastructure, ensuring compliance and security for cross-domain systems in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $205K *

Drive the development and enhancement of automation utilities while ensuring system reliability and compliance across all environments. Collaborate on upgrades and issues to optimize service delivery...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $300K *

Innovate and drive product development by owning end-to-end features, collaborating with researchers, and enhancing user experiences. Thrive in a hands-on role where self-direction and cross-functiona...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $285K *

Drive strategic platform initiatives by leading cross-organizational programs that enhance external logistics capabilities. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure project alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Join a pivotal role in partner enablement, driving the success of our strategic partnership with Infosys. You'll create training, collateral, and certification programs that empower sales teams to con...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Transform backend systems by designing and building APIs that connect robotic platforms to command and control systems, ensuring seamless data integration and operational efficiency for autonomous veh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovation in healthcare by architecting robust integration systems that connect legacy and modern platforms, ensuring high reliability and observability in mission-critical infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of innovative observability solutions, leveraging your expertise in Go and network protocols to enhance network automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $198K *

Empower your career by developing enterprise IAM solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance security and compliance in both commercial and FedRAMP environments. Drive innovation while managing a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $203K *

Lead the delivery of complex software projects, enhancing engineering standards and resolving system issues. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and maintain high-performance data systems whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$159K - $230K *

Drive cross-organizational programs that integrate AI workflows with hardware development. Lead complex projects from inception to deployment, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing ope...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $165K *

Drive impactful software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership, and translating business needs into scalable architectures that enhance operational eff...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.