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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$131K - $191K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of innovative AI systems, ensuring excellence in architecture, implementation, and execution across diverse technologies while collaborating with cr...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Champion innovative designs by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and optimize architecture for our cutting-edge AI accelerator, ensuring peak performance in next-gen AI/ML workloads...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $120K *

Explore critical safety engineering in the DoD acquisition lifecycle for advanced weapon systems. Collaborate across teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing national defense cap...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $160K *

Transform operational excellence in our high-availability SaaS platform by leveraging AWS, driving cloud reliability, and enhancing security while fostering a collaborative, innovative environment for...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Make your mark at a dynamic Reliability team focused on enhancing platform stability and resilience. Collaborate cross-functionally to define reliability standards, drive automation, and improve syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $230K *

Engage with diverse teams to design and implement scalable machine learning solutions that enhance user experience and streamline business processes while driving impactful data-driven decision-making...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $275K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and scaling impactful BI and analytics solutions. Drive alignment through standardized reporting while fostering self-service capabilities. Influence best practices and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $195K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of enterprise web applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences using modern technologies like React and AI, ensuring s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $181K *

Lead the charge in analyzing military C2 processes while enhancing software interfaces. Collaborate with engineers and deliver effective training to users. Engage across multiple projects, thriving in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's innovating healthcare analytics through software engineering, designing robust applications, and collaborating across departments to drive client success while enhancing your techni...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of product engineering by leading talented teams, setting delivery expectations, and fostering a culture of quality. Drive alignment between engineering, product, and architecture whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $253K *

Lead engineering initiatives by setting design and technical direction for Body Structures. Collaborate across teams to ensure cost-effective, timely delivery of high-performance vehicle systems while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $138K *

Join a team that designs innovative metal building systems, ensuring structural integrity and safety while collaborating closely with stakeholders for project success. Embrace unique challenges and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $160K *

Elevate the security landscape by joining a dynamic team focused on low-friction Information Security. Collaborate across teams to design innovative solutions and enhance security posture while mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate customer success by providing expert technical solutions and guidance on ServiceNow Risk & Resilience products, ensuring effective configuration and implementation that drives business outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $200K *

Pioneer the development of innovative software systems, leading architecture and design while collaborating across teams to deliver solutions that enhance quality and advance technical excellence in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive environmental planning and compliance initiatives for major data center projects, leading a team of professionals to ensure regulatory adherence and effective client engagement in a dynamic, col...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$239K - $358K *

Lead the AI/ML strategy, driving development, deployment, and team growth to enhance product offerings and achieve operational efficiency through innovative technologies and collaboration across depar...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive the end-to-end migration from legacy systems to a new data pipeline, ensuring zero disruption to customer SLAs while enhancing engineering management and integrating AI for increased productivit...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing advanced full-stack software solutions for mission-critical systems, ensuring tactical data fidelity for the defense community. Driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leading energy consulting firm by building strategic relationships, closing business opportunities, and driving regional expansion within the utility sector while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in migrating our legacy platform to a modern data pipeline while ensuring seamless customer experience and engineering discipline. Drive high-performance delivery and integrate AI to e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $199K *

Shape the future of AI by developing core infrastructure for intelligent applications. Lead cross-functional teams to architect systems that enhance workflows and deliver production-grade AI solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $309K *

Contribute to the evolution of network traffic infrastructure, enhancing request routing and security at scale. Lead multi-team initiatives, mentor engineers, and leverage AI tools to design systems t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape clinical development through precise medical writing and analysis. Collaborate on key projects, ensuring high-quality documentation for regulatory submissions and scientific publications, while...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.