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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$210K - $260K *

Elevate personalization in music discovery by developing cutting-edge recommendation models that enhance user experiences across platforms, driving innovative solutions in machine learning and collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $188K *

Drive impactful change in platform engineering by owning complex programs across Developer Experience and Infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance developer productivity and ensure successful...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $118K *

Inspire innovation as you lead design teams in creating advanced mechanical layouts and systems. Collaborate across disciplines while tackling intricate challenges, guiding less experienced designers...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Engage as a pivotal technical expert in customer-facing roles, driving enterprise sales strategies in support of DoD agencies. Collaborate closely with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $169K *

Shape the future of presales by leading and optimizing demo engineering, driving automation and AI integration, while enhancing collaboration across product, sales, and marketing teams to elevate buye...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in creating innovative AI-powered tools that enhance user experience, from concept to scalable production. Collaborate across disciplines to redefine software inter...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance POS payment integrations, guiding architecture decisions across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage customer insights for impactful improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $140K *

Elevate your career by enhancing our ERP systems. This remote role focuses on optimizing the Infor/IBM iSeries/AS400 processes, ensuring compliance, and driving user satisfaction across functional dep...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $140K *

Empower process excellence at our remote ERP department by enhancing and maintaining the Infor/IBM i/iSeries/AS400 systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze needs, develop solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of aviation by leading a skilled team of diagnostics engineers to enhance customer experience through analytics and strategic collaboration in commercial aircraft operations...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape a high-performing team of diagnostics engineers focused on enhancing customer support for aircraft operations through analytics and project management, while fostering collaboration across funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to manage comprehensive HR strategies ensuring alignment with organizational goals while navigating compliance and immigration complexities. Lead initiatives to enhance employee experi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Innovate core infrastructure and systems for agent-native applications, ensuring high availability and performance while enabling a culture of developer efficiency and confidence in delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing key federal healthcare relationships and navigating procurement processes to drive successful VA implementation and new opportunities in a critical growth role...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $180K *

Champion efficient highway and bridge construction by overseeing compliance with standards, leading project teams, and ensuring high-quality delivery through effective inspections and management of co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$100K - $123K *

Lead the charge in building robust data solutions that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions by delivering high-quality data pipelines and integrating modern analytics architecture across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Elevate customer engagement as a Senior Solutions Engineer, bridging sales and technical teams to deliver tailored AEC solutions. Lead technical pilots, provide industry insights, and mentor teammates...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$110K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $224K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing core platform services for AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust workflows, reliable tools, and compliance within high-stake...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Analyze and implement robust data engineering solutions within a cloud environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows, ensuring scalable ETL processes that drive dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive the delivery of innovative cloud solutions, optimizing scalability and performance for complex enterprise environments. Collaborate with a dedicated team to architect, manage, and support robust...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Provide end-to-end ownership of web performance to enhance digital presence. Shape strategy, integrate AI solutions, and drive conversion efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ach...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$129K - $179K *

Deliver exceptional leadership in executing multi-disciplinary defence projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations, quality standards, and budget adherence. Foster high-performing teams and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $164K *

Manage complex steam turbine projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery by leading engineering teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet quality and compliance standards while driving i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading project management efforts for small modular reactors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, cost, and timely delivery of project objectives on a globa...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.