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.
Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer
$148K - $266K *
Discover innovative solutions as you lead vulnerability research and cyber tool development. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to enhancing military cyber operations and national defense objectives...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform client challenges into tailored solutions by engaging in meaningful technical partnerships and facilitating agile integration of our products, ensuring their success within the evolving phar...
2 weeks ago
Senior/Staff Security Researcher
$190K - $319K *
Champion the future of software security as part of a dynamic research team, utilizing AI and program analysis to create impactful detection systems. Design innovative workflows, enhance product secur...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Remote Sensing Engineer
$155K - $190K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced analysis of infrared sensing systems, developing groundbreaking algorithms, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance missile warning technologies and sen...
1 week ago
Senior/Principal Systems Engineer- Space Remote Sensing, Onsite
$117K - $235K *
Join a dynamic team to shape the future of space remote sensing systems through innovative design, engineering, and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams for cutting-edge payload development...
4 days ago
Sr. FPGA Verification Engineer
$215K - $300K *
Elevate your career by leading FPGA verification for high-stakes airborne products. Your expertise will shape critical test environments and ensure the success of our technology roadmap, delivering sa...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $180K *
Empower project success by accurately estimating costs and resources for diverse projects. Collaborate with capture teams to analyze risks, propose solutions, and ensure timely submissions while foste...
2 weeks ago
Senior or Principal Water Resources Engineer or Scientist
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative water resource projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop sustainable solutions for urban stormwater management and natural water systems, ens...
3 weeks ago
Senior Application Engineer, Workplace Technology
$137K - $183K *
Transform workplace technologies by designing and automating systems that enhance collaboration, reliability, and user experiences across platforms, while identifying opportunities for efficiency and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Application Engineer, Workplace Technology
$104K - $139K *
Transform workplace technologies by designing, building, and maintaining automations that enhance collaboration, security, and user experience while contributing to innovative projects that shape the...
3 weeks ago
Principal Fire Protection Engineer
$144K - $173K *
Oversee critical fire protection systems for large-scale energy projects. Ensure compliance with codes and standards while coordinating with authorities and managing project deliverables. Enhance safe...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in optimizing internal IT systems to enhance security, streamline processes, and improve employee experiences as the organization scales. Blend technical expertise with automation to s...
3 weeks ago
$152K - $287K *
Take ownership of pioneering AI solutions to enhance design automation systems, driving innovation and scalability in semiconductor environments while collaborating across engineering teams to optimiz...
Reposted 1 week ago
$152K - $287K *
Drive innovation by architecting AI solutions to revolutionize chip design workflows, enhancing efficiency and scalability. Collaborate across teams to deploy cutting-edge technologies that transform...
Reposted 1 week ago
Engineer/Architect 1 (PCN 252329)
$97K *
Launch innovative engineering projects by developing plans and specifications. Collaborate with teams and coordinate efforts with consultants while ensuring quality control and compliance in key trans...
1 week ago
Senior Controls Engineer, Manufacturing
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...
Reposted today
Staff Network Reliability Engineer, Cloud Operations
$140K - $150K *
Lead the charge in ensuring 24x7 cloud infrastructure health across hybrid environments, driving incident resolution, SLO engineering, and operational excellence through collaboration and automation a...
3 weeks ago
Staff ML Infrastructure Engineer - Embodied AI
$189K - $290K *
Pioneer innovation in autonomous driving by developing robust ML systems that enhance vehicle behavior. Drive growth in machine learning pipelines to empower advanced model training and evaluation acr...
2 weeks ago
$210K - $260K *
Champion the growth of our Power Engineering practice by leading teams, setting strategic direction, and establishing standards, while driving business development within utility, renewable energy, an...
2 weeks ago
Forward Deployed Engineer, Agentic AI
$120K - $140K *
Optimize the deployment of agentic AI solutions, directly engaging with clients to turn AI capabilities into integrated production systems while ensuring strong ROI through effective technical advisor...
1 week ago
Engineering Manager, Agentic Products (Remote US)
$200K - $280K *
Drive the growth of a high-performing engineering team focused on AI applications. Lead engineering efforts to deliver impactful, customer-ready solutions while fostering collaboration and efficiency...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Developer Tools for Cloud
$152K - $287K *
Engineer innovative profiling tools within the Developer Tools team, leading the design and development of features that streamline performance data collection and visualization in complex cloud and c...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Developer Tools for Cloud
$152K - $287K *
Transform user experiences by designing and developing advanced profiling tools for cloud environments, enhancing performance analysis and visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and dr...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Quality Program Manager, Data Center Design and Construction
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in managing and improving our 3rd Party Quality Agent program, ensuring high standards of quality, effective coordination among stakeholders, and on-time delivery across global data ce...
4 weeks ago
Harness and Platform Engineer, AI Safety and Security Engineering
$152K - $241K *
Contribute to building and maintaining a robust platform for reproducible research, collaborating closely with security engineers to enhance evaluation workflows and streamline processes, ensuring rel...
Reposted 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.