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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$70K - $130K *

Elevate your career by applying manufacturing engineering skills to enhance production processes, develop accurate work instructions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Empower your career by driving innovative manufacturing processes and technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, quality, and operational excellence in aerospace prod...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and drive technology adoption to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate on 3D modeling and data analytics to ensure operational excellence an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving process improvements and developing high-quality work instructions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and troubleshoot complex iss...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, develop precise work instructions, and ensure high-quality production of mechanical parts while addressing defects and coordinati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Transform manufacturing processes by developing precise work instructions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by developing and implementing innovative manufacturing processes and technologies. Collaborate to optimize production layouts and enhance efficiency, ensuring quality imp...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Flight Test Instrumentation Specialist, overseeing aircraft instrumentation systems from build to maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with safety and qu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $117K *

Transform manufacturing processes by providing technical support and solutions for airframe upgrades. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance producibility and implement process improvement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading design and development of complex systems. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation while ensuring compliance with ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing complex aerospace systems, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality designs using advanced CAD too...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Drive the design and development of complex aerospace systems, leading project teams and mentoring engineers. Utilize advanced CAD tools to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality designs while fos...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer interactions by developing innovative interconnect solutions, driving growth across diverse markets like Automotive and AI. Collaborate with engineering teams to address technical c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead a team of mechanical designers to innovate and develop next-gen Coolant Distribution Units. Oversee product design, CAD standards, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance engineering excell...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $180K *

Drive the design and operational success of power plant facilities, serving as the primary expert in power generation. Collaborate across teams to ensure project specifications are met and optimize el...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $128K *

Join a team that's applying systems engineering expertise to spacecraft design, focusing on ConOps, requirements management, integration, and validation activities to meet mission objectives in a coll...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion the adoption of advanced digital methodologies in semiconductor design, driving cross-functional programs that enhance productivity and quality. Collaborate globally to align teams and stream...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining budget and quality standards. Your leadership will drive suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $166K *

Elevate your career as a Metallurgical Engineer, driving material selection, process development, and qualification for launch vehicles. Collaborate across teams to enhance hardware performance and me...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $166K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic engineering team to drive material selection, process development, and qualification for launch vehicles, ensuring high-performance standards throughout the har...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of aerospace innovation by conducting critical lab tests. Engage with cutting-edge analytical chemistry to evaluate propellant performance and support space launch operations. Col...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by transforming spatial AI research into practical solutions that enhance user experiences for homebuyers and builders, driving innovation in generative floor plan capabilities within...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that values innovation in design across diverse markets. As a key leader, you'll mentor others, ensure quality, and engage clients while driving projects to successful completion within a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative automation solutions by developing concepts, analyzing performance, and managing project quotes. Collaborate with sales teams to support customer needs and drive successful project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.