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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$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare through innovative MLOps. As a key architect of our machine learning infrastructure, you'll enable advanced ML solutions and mentor engineers to enh...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Lead the charge in pioneering quantum chemistry solutions through high-performance GPU algorithm development and optimization, enhancing scientific computing applications from drug discovery to semico...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine cloud infrastructure with your expertise in AWS and automation. You'll play a crucial role in deploying and maintaining secure cloud solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to i...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the evolution of backend systems for a leading cloud platform, enhancing API design and technical integrity while navigating a mature PHP architecture. Collaborate with engineering peers to opti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $103K *

Transform drug product development by executing lab experiments and data analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance for early-phase clinical trials, while contributin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of nuclear energy, focusing on project execution and deployment of small modular reactors globally while ensuring quality and budget compliance throughout the proce...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Contribute to the successful deployment of advanced nuclear projects by managing schedules, budgets, and resources while supporting project teams in achieving strategic goals...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $220K *

Lead technical oversight for hypersonic ground test facilities, ensuring safe and efficient design, operation, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and deliver reliable test capab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge infrastructure for SAP agents. Leverage your expertise in ABAP and S/4HANA to enhance AI capabilities, improve agent performance, and debug systems, all while...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining release management. Oversee the planning and execution of application and infrastructure releases while ensuring compliance, minimizing downtime, and driving process impr...

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6 days ago

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

$90K - $136K *

Champion innovation in proteomics solutions by providing expert technical support, training, and applications development to customers, contributing to their research success while enhancing workflow...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive service excellence for Varian Linear Accelerators. Engage in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs while supporting hospitals in Western Massachusetts and ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $191K *

Lead statistical programming efforts for clinical data analysis, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior programmers...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $251K *

Lead the charge in developing transformative AI solutions, focusing on Large Language Models and Generative AI to enhance healthcare and enterprise services, while collaborating with diverse teams and...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $283K *

Design and implement scalable software for embedded systems, focusing on real-time communication and optimizing performance. Collaborate with vendors and teams to create reliable components and testin...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Drive your career with impactful construction oversight roles supporting air traffic control projects across the eastern U.S. and Caribbean, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory stand...

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2 days ago

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

$88K - $160K *

Dematic is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Modifications and Upgrades team, focusing on mechanical engineering for Amazon modernization projects. The role involves ensuring proj...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $364K *

Unlock your potential by optimizing large-scale distributed systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and efficiency through innovative AI solutions while leading critical cap...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $205K *

Build scalable machine learning systems and infrastructure to enhance customer lifetime value modeling, collaborating with data scientists and engineers for impactful decision-making across the organi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $175K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by enhancing machine learning models for automating customer operations, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize processes and drive impactful results for both the...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $210K *

Drive enterprise-scale data science and AI initiatives, delivering advanced analytics and ML solutions that elevate organizational performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop, implement, an...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $224K *

Contribute to innovative communications technology by driving design verification and planning for high-quality FPGA and ASIC designs. Collaborate with engineers in a challenging verification environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $142K *

Make your mark at the forefront of the Green Energy transition by leading IEC61850 architecture definition and implementation, fostering collaboration with product teams, and driving innovative soluti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving AI-native software engineering adoption, enhancing developer workflows, and fostering community engagement. This hands-on role blends technical expertise with storytelling...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.