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.
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$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of employee engagement by analyzing survey data, advising organizations, and guiding strategic action plans. Collaborate with HR leaders to enhance employee experiences and drive enga...
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EliseAI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to their innovative conversational AI technology, focusing on improving operational efficiencies in housing and healthcare. The role involve...
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$150K - $180K *
Empower developers by creating impactful content and engaging with the community. Lead content strategy while demonstrating technical expertise and fostering relationships with influencers. Drive adop...
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$140K - $200K *
Empower mission-critical federal systems by leading the design and automation of secure cloud platforms. Drive reliability, mentor engineers, and set technical direction in a collaborative environment...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in identifying and documenting technology requirements for critical cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring alignment with mission goals and stakeholder needs while facilitating effective...
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Application Security Engineer, AWS Security
$159K - $202K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance application security through rigorous analysis, automation, and mentoring. Collaborate across departments to address vulnerabilities and implement best practices, drivin...
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Software Engineer - Cloud & DevSecOps
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of secure software solutions. Leverage your expertise in cloud engineering and DevSecOps to enhance mission-critical applications within a dynamic DoD environment...
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Software and Systems Engineer, Senior
$86K - $198K *
Elevate mission impact by designing Cloud-based software systems. Leverage your expertise in Agile methodologies and documentation to transform real-world needs into effective engineering solutions th...
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$124K - $196K *
Build exceptional user experiences by developing scalable frontend applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality code that delights users while influencing produ...
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Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, scalable frontend applications using React. Collaborate with designers and product managers to create exceptional user experiences while driving projects f...
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Enterprise Customer Success Manager
$100K - $130K *
Shape customer success by managing a $2.5M ARR portfolio, driving growth through strategic insights, relationship building, and proactive problem-solving. Collaborate across teams to ensure customer s...
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$105K - $155K *
Champion innovation by developing advanced software solutions in a dynamic, agile environment. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality outcomes utilizing modern engineering practices and AI-e...
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Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 30870
$137K - $200K *
Build and scale critical backend systems that manage vast data volumes and high query loads. Collaborate with a talented team to design robust APIs, enhance deployment automation, and tackle complex t...
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Apple Business Solutions Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by partnering with enterprise clients to drive technical solutions, leveraging your expertise in Apple platforms and business transformation. Engage with executives to identify opport...
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$191K - $293K *
Drive the design and development of scalable backend services, ensuring reliable data delivery from Tanium to external systems. Mentor engineers and shape technical direction while enhancing observabi...
2 weeks ago
$191K - $293K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of data integration by designing and building scalable backend services. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable data delivery to enhance...
2 weeks ago
Specialist Technology Team - Product Leader, Specialist Technology Team
$219K - $296K *
Advance your career by leading a high-impact product management team. Drive AI-powered tools and customer-facing solutions while establishing a cohesive, strategic vision that enhances adoption and cu...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive innovation by designing and developing scalable enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions while ensuring best practices in software e...
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$95K - $115K *
Develop and scale enterprise data catalog solutions, enhancing data governance and discovery. Collaborate with teams to drive architectural decisions and mentor junior engineers, ensuring robust, secu...
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$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team as a Java Developer, focusing on digital banking solutions. Collaborate with architects and peers to enhance code quality, tackle technical challenges, and drive innovation in a fa...
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Engineer innovative ETL solutions and enhance finance processes. Join a dynamic team to support and optimize applications, ensuring effective data management and reporting across the organization...
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Discover innovative solutions in capital markets by joining a dynamic team. Collaborate with business teams to develop and implement cutting-edge applications that enhance user experiences and drive b...
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Senior DevOps / Release Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Take ownership of the CI/CD pipeline and infrastructure for a network security appliance, ensuring robust automation and release integrity while modernizing legacy systems and integrating AI-assisted...
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Senior Software Engineer, Membership Experience
$164K - $227K *
Join a dynamic engineering team to design and develop full-stack features that enhance member engagement and retention, driving impactful solutions through collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced...
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Sr Software Engineer - Experimentation
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Shape the future of experimentation by developing robust systems that empower teams to make data-driven decisions, enhancing product iterations across diverse platforms and driving impactful business...
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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.