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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$163K - $236K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI/ML hardware acceleration. You'll drive innovative TPU technology, leading projects from concept to execution while collaborating with engineers to enhance c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $116K *

Innovate effective processes as a Process Engineer, enhancing manufacturing performance through data-driven solutions and teamwork in a dynamic plant environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $178K *

Join the mission to enhance inventory management of classified Nuclear Weapons Related Materiel for the US Navy's Fleet Ballistic Missile Program, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring optimal cost and quality relationships. Oversee all aspects of process engineering, tooling procurement, and product tr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by applying engineering principles and lean methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process reliability and reduce variability in the product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in transforming concepts into buildable systems by leveraging your expertise in applications engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver precise layouts, cost-effec...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $174K *

Innovate by leading process engineering projects, analyzing data, and resolving complex issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance technology transfer and ensure safety while driving improvements in pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $185K *

Lead the charge in mechanical system design and technical leadership for complex modular power and industrial systems, guiding projects from concept through production while mentoring engineers and so...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing and building complex semiconductor fabrication systems, ensuring rapid prototyping and collaboration across disciplines to meet production needs effectively. Bring your c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Tackle complex product development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and engineering standards while fostering collaboration and maintaining pr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $280K *

Shape the future of robotics as a technical lead driving system integration and mechanical design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, manage cost engineering, and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $280K *

Advance your career by leading mechanical integration and architecture for innovative products. Drive system-level performance, collaborate cross-functionally, and set design standards in this pivotal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, resolve technical issues, and drive productivity improvements. Collaborate with teams to implement changes, train staff, and ensure qua...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading wafer level molding and underfill processes for advanced semiconductor packages. Drive material selection, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize wafer level molding and underfill processes for advanced semiconductor packages. Collaborate across teams to ensure material selection, reliability, and integration from development to high-v...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining semiconductor packaging by leading wafer level molding and underfill process development. Drive innovation in material selection, process optimization, and cross-function...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Elevate your career by owning the design and development of electrical systems for consumer devices. Collaborate across teams to optimize power efficiency and drive innovations from concept to mass pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects that enhance aerospace product quality and customer satisfaction, coordinating cross-functional teams to meet milestones and ensure compliance with tec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading Electrical Engineering teams to deliver innovative aircraft interior solutions. Oversee design, certification, and integration processes while ensuring quality, budget, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aircraft interiors by leading a dynamic Electrical Engineering team. Drive innovative design solutions, ensure quality and compliance, and foster talent development while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $247K *

Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by supporting and enhancing plasma etch processes alongside cross-functional teams. Drive innovation through process development and optimize efficiencies from pilot stage to pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading supplier evaluations and quality assurance initiatives. Collaborate across departments to ensure optimal supplier selection and compliance, driving product development and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $230K *

Elevate your career by bridging customer needs with engineering solutions. As a key player in our Sales Support team, you'll guide clients through the adoption of innovative technology, ensuring succe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $230K *

Unlock potential by bridging customer needs with engineering solutions. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to drive product adoption, provide hands-on support, and create impactful demos, ensu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.