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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$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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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

$104K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in this dynamic role focused on power systems for mission critical facilities. Collaborate with engineers, execute studies, and drive project success with minimal supervision whi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $195K *

Lead the charge in modernizing and optimizing a complex data ecosystem, ensuring the reliability and security of data pipelines while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance data access and analyt...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure uptime and reliability of a cutting-edge HPC platform. Leverage your SRE skills to tackle operational challenges and implement systemic improvements for ongoing high avai...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock transformative solutions by leading technical engagements, integrating agentic AI systems with clinical environments, and ensuring compliance through innovative designs and implementations for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$183K - $206K *

Shape the future of AI observability by designing and delivering robust backend systems, while leading cross-functional projects and mentoring engineers to enhance team capabilities and drive impactfu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing transformative network solutions that empower customers and internal teams to optimize their telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation within th...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $205K *

Optimize the software platform as you lead design and development of complex systems. Mentor junior engineers and implement new technologies while collaborating cross-functionally to drive innovation...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $108K *

Unlock potential by leading aviation survey projects with innovative geospatial solutions, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $224K *

Advance construction projects nationwide by overseeing installation phases, coordinating with stakeholders, and leading preconstruction processes. Utilize expertise to solve challenges, prepare docume...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $140K *

Optimize healthcare technology by architecting scalable back-end services. Collaborate across teams to ensure systems adhere to regulatory standards while delivering high performance and reliability i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Help us optimize engineering projects by applying design thinking principles. You will evaluate techniques, provide technical support, and ensure compliance with standards, contributing to team succes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $149K *

Accelerate progress by driving sales in the fire and safety electronics sector, building strong relationships, and guiding product development to meet evolving customer needs across diverse markets...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$272K - $431K *

Lead the charge in engineering scalable data solutions for security analytics, transforming diverse telemetry into a coherent and secure data backbone. Collaborate across teams to ensure data integrit...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $247K *

Champion agile software delivery by leading engineering teams to integrate AI tools and automation, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions aligned with business goals in the healthcare compliance d...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $150K *

Lead multi-disciplinary survey projects, mentor teams, and drive business development initiatives. Maintain project quality and client satisfaction while managing resources and ensuring compliance wit...

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3 days ago

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

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.