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.
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.
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.
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.
Brownfields & Community Revitalization Practice: Project Scientist/Geologist/Engineer (Alaska-based)
$85K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading environmental assessments and revitalization projects across Alaska. Collaborate with diverse teams while managing budgets, ensuring safety, and supporting grant applicatio...
4 weeks ago
Staff Software Engineer ( AI )
$130K - $180K *
Champion the design and development of an AI platform, owning its architecture, strategy, and delivery to enhance customer-facing capabilities in financial services. Collaborate cross-functionally to...
3 weeks ago
Unified Communications Engineer
$90K - $130K *
Unlock potential by driving enterprise-level unified communications solutions, optimizing voice, video, and collaboration services, and ensuring robust performance and security in alignment with feder...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Shape your career by partnering with finance leaders to drive strategic financial planning and analysis at a capital-intensive operator, impacting investment decisions and capital allocation in the re...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer 5 – Agent Platform, AI Platform
$466K - $500K+*
Partner with us to design and build foundational infrastructure for AI agents, enabling rapid development and deployment. Deliver a reliable, observable platform that enhances agent evaluation while c...
5 days ago
Lead Engineer – Commercial Field Service
$100K - $130K *
Partner with us to provide exceptional technical support and leadership as the on-site representative in jet engine operations, enhancing fleet performance and customer satisfaction through proactive...
2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer – Commercial Field Service
$90K - $130K *
Empower our team by delivering technical excellence and support to customers in aircraft operations. Drive continuous improvement and problem-solving for optimal engine performance and customer satisf...
2 weeks ago
$215K - $230K *
Transform healthcare by creating AI solutions that enhance patient outcomes and empower physicians with innovative technology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimization and tackle...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer with QA Experience - REMOTE
$90K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as you deliver high-quality security software, mentor team members, and drive a culture of technical excellence within an agile environment. Collaborate across projects to ensure...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer II - Model Platform
$100K - $140K *
Transform the future of cybersecurity by driving the development of advanced model serving infrastructure for real-time detection, collaborating with innovative teams to create robust solutions that e...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer II - Model Platform
$149K - $214K *
Join a team that's transforming the security landscape by developing advanced detection systems. As a Software Engineer, you'll build scalable infrastructure for machine learning, ensuring responsiven...
3 weeks ago
Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Data Engineering Team
$130K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining data operations, collaborating on large-scale software engineering projects to build robust, scalable systems and deliver high-quality data for impactful research and pro...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $150K *
Provide comprehensive recruitment leadership for GTM functions, focusing on talent acquisition and team building across Technical Success, UserOps, Revenue Ops, and Sales within a collaborative, high...
3 days ago
$104K - $166K *
Engage in cybersecurity design and implementation for a satellite ground system, ensuring secure operations throughout the system lifecycle while collaborating across multiple engineering and operatio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$130K - $180K *
Unlock potential by driving cutting-edge reinforcement learning research. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance model reliability and impact through innovative algorithms and strategic...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Architect robust cloud infrastructure and optimize performance through automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and security while implementing best practices in CI/CD and incident re...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Core Platform
$162K - $225K *
Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to develop key platform capabilities, drive technical strategy, and enhance the user experience for millions. Join us in shaping the future of mental...
1 week ago
SURE/Senior Consultant - Utilities AI
$130K - $177K *
Champion AI-driven transformation in the utility sector, shaping strategies and solutions. Leverage expertise in advanced analytics to innovate customer-centric utility services and streamline operati...
Reposted 1 week ago
Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$90K - $120K *
Explore your career as a Mechanical Engineer focusing on innovative HVAC and cooling system designs in data centers. Collaborate on global projects ensuring efficiency, reliability, and cutting-edge t...
3 weeks ago
Senior Information Security Engineer
$149K - $172K *
Join us to enhance enterprise security operations by architecting, implementing, and supporting security solutions. Take ownership of assessments, system monitoring, and compliance, ensuring robust pr...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Construction Technologies Integrations Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Reimagine integration solutions by designing and maintaining seamless data flows across enterprise platforms. Make a tangible impact by ensuring accuracy and reliability, enhancing collaboration betwe...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate software delivery outcomes by owning end-to-end engineering solutions, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ship impactful features in a dynamic, fast-paced...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Contribute to cloud-based software solutions by designing and developing robust Java applications within an Agile environment, focusing on AWS-native solutions and legacy system migration to enhance p...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure Engineering - Omniverse
$224K - $356K *
Elevate backend infrastructure development and optimize high-performance cloud capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive technology adoption, ensuring quality integration and performance a...
2 days ago
Senior Build Engineer - CUDA Driver and Libraries
$184K - $356K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge build systems for GPU-accelerated software. Collaborate with engineers to streamline integration and enhance the developer experience across diverse platforms, en...
3 days ago
What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?
Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.
What industries employ Research Engineers?
Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.
What is the salary range for Research Engineers?
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?
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.