At Ladders, we host a wide range of high-paying Research Engineer jobs all paying $100,000 and above. As a Research Engineer, you play a vital role in various industries, driving innovation and development.
Research Engineers apply their technical expertise and knowledge to design, create and optimize research projects, they contribute in turning theoretical ideas into actionable solutions or prototypes.
With the rapid growth in technology, Research Engineers are in high demand. They can advance to positions like Senior Research Engineer or Research & Development Manager, depending on their career goals and performance.
Common requirements for this role include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related field, strong research ability, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience in a relevant field.
$80K - $95K *
Innovate client onboarding by executing technical projects across hybrid and cloud infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to ensure excellence in deployments while enhancing client satisfaction and f...
1 week ago
Senior Software and Integrations Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your skills in software and integration to drive impactful solutions across data engineering, AI functionality, application development, and DevOps, ensuring quality and innovation in every pr...
Today
$125K - $150K *
Empower software innovation by leading a team in coding and architecture, guiding performance, conducting technical discussions, and driving process improvements for a high-performing product delivery...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $200K *
Lead and develop a skilled software team while architecting network systems, integrating third-party tools, and enhancing user experience in a serverless AWS microservices environment focused on Types...
1 week ago
Nuclear Safety Analysis Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Explore opportunities as you support advanced safety analysis for innovative nuclear reactor designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and enhance safety in a p...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enhancing client enablement through hands-on implementation, data migration, and technical support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and optim...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive technical execution to enhance client implementations, product adoption, and support. Engage with cross-functional teams to develop solutions while managing client relationships effectively, ens...
4 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Overhead Transmission Line Design
$110K - $130K *
Empower project success by leading civil/structural engineering for high voltage transmission lines. This role involves comprehensive design, analysis, and project coordination, ensuring quality and c...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Drive AI-accelerated migration capabilities for law firms with a focus on architecting and implementing scalable, repeatable migration processes while leading a dedicated engineering team to ensure hi...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize technical solutions across Windows, Linux, and VMWare platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and deliver automated solutions while ensuring effective troubleshooting and...
4 days ago
Staff Backend Engineer, Architecture Engineering: Nonlinear Productivity
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading a generalist team focused on enhancing productivity through agentic systems. Take ownership of technical direction and mentor talent as you tackle...
3 weeks ago
Lead Engineer, Secure Client Engineering
$168K - $183K *
Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$168K - $183K *
Join a team that's redefining risk engineering by leading comprehensive security reviews across diverse technology domains, establishing consistent practices, and mentoring peers to enhance security a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse transportation projects, collaborating with multi-discipline teams and influencing impactful designs, all while ensurin...
1 week ago
Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) - Compute
$388K - $500K+*
Lead the charge in innovating cloud infrastructure at scale, driving excellence in managed compute services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences while optimizing cloud...
1 week ago
$135K - $150K *
Empower your career by designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex network infrastructures that ensure secure connectivity for cloud and customer environments, primarily in the healthcare sect...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform complex challenges into actionable solutions by developing high-quality end-to-end software systems. Collaborate closely with a small, impactful team to enhance clinical data models and driv...
3 weeks ago
$195K - $210K *
Drive innovation as a key technical leader, overseeing complex software projects, mentoring teams, and establishing AI-first development standards. Your expertise will enhance the delivery of scalable...
2 weeks ago
AI Research Engineer 6 - TL, Algo Core - AI for Member Systems
$500K+*
Drive innovation in reward modeling and multi-objective optimization to enhance member experiences. Foster cross-functional collaborations and lead rigorous testing initiatives to optimize promotional...
3 weeks ago
Principal Research Scientist - Vision AI, Simulation & Physical AI
$200K - $300K *
Shape the future of embodied intelligence by leading groundbreaking research in Vision AI and multimodal foundation models. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that advance...
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Senior Director of Civil Engineering - Regional Practice Leader
$150K - $180K *
Empower regional growth by leading the civil engineering practices, enhancing team performance, and fostering client relationships while driving sustainable success across multiple locations and shapi...
2 weeks ago
$149K - $214K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI technology. Join a global team to provide pre-sales support, drive design success, and build strong customer relationships for cutting-edge optical modules i...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $160K *
Shape the future of mechanical engineering support by providing technical analyses and solutions for HVAC systems, facilitating government decision-making through comprehensive document reviews and ex...
2 weeks ago
Senior Compiler Engineer Infrastructure
$152K - $241K *
Transform our compiler infrastructure by aligning internal codebases with open-source projects while enhancing developer workflows, productivity, and maintainability through innovative tooling and AI...
3 weeks ago
$175K - $190K *
Champion seamless integration of systems as a Senior Enterprise Engineer, driving innovative solutions through Python and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own projects from design to deliver...
3 weeks ago
What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?
Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.
What industries employ Research Engineers?
Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.
What is the salary range for Research Engineers?
At Ladders, we specialize in $100,000+ careers and so expect a Research Engineer position to align with or exceed this salary.
What qualifications are required to be a Research Engineer?
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field is commonly required. Advanced degrees or specialized certifications may be required depending on the specific role.