Explore Product Engineer Jobs

Discover Product Engineer jobs for experienced professionals who combine strong software engineering skills with a deep understanding of product needs. Product Engineers build, improve, and maintain the digital products customers use every day, working across disciplines to turn user problems and business goals into dependable, useful solutions. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Product Engineer Do?

Product Engineers contribute throughout the product development process. They collaborate with product managers, designers, data teams, and other engineers to understand customer needs, shape technical approaches, build features, and evaluate results. Depending on the organization, the role may emphasize frontend, backend, full-stack, mobile, or platform engineering.

Skills Employers Look For

Common qualifications include proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks, experience designing and building reliable software, and the ability to make thoughtful trade-offs. Employers also value clear communication, user empathy, analytical problem solving, and comfort working with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with experimentation, product analytics, accessibility, and iterative development can be advantageous.

Product Engineer Career Opportunities

Product Engineers work at technology companies, startups, and established organizations across industries such as financial services, healthcare, commerce, and enterprise software. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineering roles, technical leadership, or broader product and engineering responsibilities. The scope and title of the position vary by company, so review each job description for its focus, team structure, and expectations.

Find Your Next Product Engineering Role

Browse Product Engineer openings on Ladders to identify opportunities aligned with your experience, technical strengths, and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next career move.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of rugged hardware solutions, engaging in embedded system design, PCB layout, and sensor integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate and bring products to ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of testing as you collaborate with teams to enhance test strategies, troubleshoot systems, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing environments, ensuring quality and efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $155K *

Elevate your career as a Field Application Engineer, combining technical expertise with hands-on support. Collaborate with customers and teams to solve complex challenges while enjoying a balance of o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $155K *

Explore a dynamic role combining application engineering with hands-on field support. Collaborate with customers and teams to troubleshoot and optimize solutions, ensuring successful installations and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing everyday wearables! You'll lead CAD design, manage vendor relationships, and ensure product performance, working closely with a dedicated group to transform innovati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your engineering career by developing innovative solutions for bolting and joint integrity projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, cost-effective designs that meet cu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform semiconductor processes by developing advanced formulations and evaluating test data. Collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing techniques, ensuring compatibility and efficiency in cut...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of semiconductor technology by developing advanced processes and enhancing equipment compatibility. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and improve production efficienc...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $192K *

Lead the charge in advancing semiconductor processes by developing innovative formulations, enhancing manufacturing techniques, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive next-gen product success a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $192K *

Join our dynamic team to develop innovative semiconductor processes that enhance efficiency and yield. Collaborate on cutting-edge technology while making significant contributions to product developm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing production processes to enhance efficiency and quality. Collaborate on designing layouts, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance while mentoring peer...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $112K *

Help us enhance production efficiency by managing and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all operational KPIs...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$101K - $169K *

Advance your career by developing and supporting full-stack applications in a dynamic team, focusing on cloud-based and on-premises solutions, while thriving in a collaborative environment with a comm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $105K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions by designing custom conveyor systems from concept to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while adhering to industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Engage with customers by providing expert technical support for refractory and metallurgical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality service delivery and identify best prac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $131K *

Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead multiple engineering projects, collaborating with stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and budget. Drive project execution and resource coordination while managing risks and expectations in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $141K *

Unlock your potential by supporting the manufacturing and integration of cutting-edge semiconductor inspection equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and relia...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced thermal management solutions for military and commercial applications. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing innovative technologies to solve compl...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in product engineering by leading NPD projects from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize designs for manufacturability and sustainability while ensuring compliance an...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process improvements, troubleshooting issues, and supporting production efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance methods, drawing accuracy, and ensure...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$222K - $272K *

Help us shape the future of public safety design by leading innovative, user-centered solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data workflows into intuitive experiences...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $272K *

Drive innovative design solutions for public safety data platforms, transforming complex workflows into intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate product strategy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop embedded software for semiconductor processing tools. You'll engage in end-to-end firmware development, collaborating with engineers on system integration, real-time app...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Drive the design and validation of advanced DC-DC power conversion systems for high-power ASICs, ensuring performance and reliability from prototype to production while collaborating with cross-functi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Product Engineer?question toggle

    A Product Engineer is a software engineer who applies technical skills and product understanding to build and improve products based on customer needs and business goals.

  • What does a Product Engineer do?question toggle

    Product Engineers collaborate with product, design, and engineering colleagues to define, develop, test, launch, and refine software features or product experiences.

  • What skills are important for Product Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Important skills often include software development, system design, problem solving, communication, user empathy, and collaboration. Specific languages, frameworks, and domain experience depend on the role.

  • How is a Product Engineer different from a Software Engineer?question toggle

    The titles can overlap. Product Engineer roles often emphasize direct ownership of customer-facing outcomes and close collaboration with product and design teams, while Software Engineer is a broader title that may cover product, infrastructure, or other technical work.

  • Where can Product Engineers work?question toggle

    Product Engineers work across startups and established companies in fields such as technology, financial services, healthcare, e-commerce, and enterprise software.

  • How can I find Product Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Product Engineer openings, review salary and experience requirements, and apply to vetted professional opportunities that match your skills and goals.