Welcome to the Research Engineer Category on Ladders

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.

Role and Responsibilities

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.

Possibilities for Advancement

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.

Qualifications

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.

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$70K - $117K *

Drive your career with an innovative team focusing on structural integrity and design of marine vessels. Leverage your expertise to support critical engineering tasks for military crafts, ensuring saf...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in network reliability engineering for a global data center environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system designs, automate processes, and trouble...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate in liquid cooling systems, leading the deployment and optimization of complex infrastructure for high-density computing. Drive lifecycle management and ensure reliability in a hands-on remote...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $196K *

Grow your career with us as you lead field and office tasks in geological sciences, overseeing projects, communicating effectively with teams, and ensuring quality environmental investigations with a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$184K - $262K *

Transform user experiences by applying your machine learning skills to enhance recommendation systems and drive long-term satisfaction through innovative reinforcement learning techniques and collabor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $230K *

Lead the charge in architecting robust SRE infrastructure, driving innovation across deployments. Influence technical strategy, guide teams, and ensure system reliability globally while mentoring tale...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance the implementation of complex renewable energy solutions, driving successful project delivery and enhancing client performance through expert technical guidance and innovative practices within...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to manage site controls activities in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of heavy-duty turbines. Leverage your expertise to ensure optimal operation and compliance wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $124K *

Lead controls activities on-site during heavy-duty turbine installation and commissioning. Oversee troubleshooting and maintenance efforts, ensuring compliance with safety and contractual obligations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $188K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines and cloud environments. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable analytics platforms and ensure quality and secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming the CRM landscape with visionary engineering. Lead architectural innovation, enhance user experience, and drive AI integration in a high-impact role focused on developi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage in an impactful role where you'll lead commissioning efforts, ensuring project alignment and excellence through effective communication and expert guidance while collaborating with diverse team...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Empower innovation in AI infrastructure by architecting next-gen platforms that integrate high-speed connectivity, server firmware, and composable systems. Lead design initiatives and collaborate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $100K *

Empower cloud support by onboarding customers, managing data migrations, and ensuring robust infrastructure. Collaborate across teams while leveraging systems administration skills to enhance operatio...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping advanced web applications with a focus on full-stack development, architecture, and collaboration. Drive impactful solutions in a remote-first and agile environment while ad...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee owner representation for construction projects. Ensure quality and safety while managing contractor performance and communication. Drive project success through stra...

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2 weeks ago

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

$224K - $356K *

Help us shape the future of AI benchmarking by leading and advancing AIPerf's core infrastructure. Oversee a talented engineering team to define standards for LLM performance across datacenter and edg...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$187K - $237K *

Drive the future of insurance tech by architecting scalable systems that innovate underwriting and administration, leveraging AI for evolution in a greenfield environment with focus on complex policy...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive high availability and performance in cloud platforms. Influence architectural decisions and lead reliability improvements across engineering teams while establishing b...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $253K *

Empower security measures by conducting assessments and reviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and collaborating on projects that enhance the resilience of systems, safeguarding sens...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$221K - $279K *

Pioneer innovative search solutions by leading a dedicated engineering team. Oversee strategies for relevance, ranking, and infrastructure while driving cross-functional collaboration and delivering i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape environmental compliance and permitting strategies for large-scale power generation projects, ensuring effective collaboration with consultants and adherence to regulatory standards while drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $250K *

Innovate the next generation of high-performance Lustre capabilities, collaborating with senior engineers to optimize storage infrastructure through hands-on development, feature design, and scalabili...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine developer experiences by designing and automating robust platform infrastructure. This role encompasses collaboration across teams to enhance productivity, ensure system reliability, and imp...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of power generation by leading large-scale development projects, driving collaboration across teams, and ensuring timely execution. Engage with stakeholders and guide projects from fe...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?question toggle

    Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.

  • What industries employ Research Engineers?question toggle

    Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.

  • What is the salary range for Research Engineers?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.