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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$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation in drug discovery by fine-tuning multimodal models. Collaborate across ML and clinical domains to enhance predictions for patient outcomes, optimize experimental frameworks, and deplo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform backend deployment by building cloud-native tools and workflows, enhancing ephemeral environments, and shaping deployment guidance for consistent and efficient operations across development...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by designing and optimizing cutting-edge distributed training systems for large neural networks, ensuring efficiency and reliability across advanced GPU clusters and paving the w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$152K - $241K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you develop advanced system software for next-gen O-RAN infrastructures. Collaborate across hardware, software, and networking groups to enhance performance and efficien...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $150K *

Explore the future of industrial flexible films by leading product development from concept to commercialization, integrating sustainability initiatives, and optimizing processes, while collaborating...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $288K *

Lead a dynamic team in advancing offensive security operations, enhancing tooling frameworks, and executing complex engagements. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive effective security initiatives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Manage physical design for System-on-Chips, optimizing performance through RTL-to-GDSII execution, design convergence, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful tapeout readiness and rob...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $300K *

Drive the future of integrated circuit design by leading physical implementation of SoCs, optimizing performance, and ensuring robust methodologies through cross-functional collaboration and advanced...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of internal software platforms, enhance AI solutions, and support reliable production systems that leverage cutting-edge technology for health initiatives while collaborating effec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by designing and engineering overhead transmission lines. Collaborate with a skilled team to create construction drawings and conduct vital structural analyses in high-voltag...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$224K - $431K *

Transform cloud computing by leading a diverse software engineering team. Leverage your expertise to innovate within NVIDIA’s cutting-edge GPU cloud and Kubernetes environment, driving impactful solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead AI delivery initiatives, shaping robust systems through collaboration with teams and stakeholders. Drive innovation in agent architecture and enhance user journeys with cutting...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your software engineering skills by driving the development of essential features within a collaborative, agile team environment while maintaining the integrity of a diverse codebase...

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1 week ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Join as a Senior Software Engineer to enhance internal platforms, integrate AI technologies, and ensure reliable production systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet evolving bus...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in deploying high-scale AI applications, working closely with customers from exploration to production. You'll combine engineering, project management, and product expertise, driving t...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by supporting financial planning and analysis for satellite programs, driving budget management, variance analysis, and strategic forecasting alongside executives and program tea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $145K *

Unlock potential in financial analysis by supporting program performance, overseeing budgets, and collaborating with management to deliver actionable insights. Engage in both government and commercial...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $145K *

Guide financial strategies as a key member of the Program Finance team, adeptly managing budgets, forecasts, and analyses to support multiple aerospace initiatives while collaborating with executives...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client and stakeholder...

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of proxy solutions to optimize network traffic and security for large infrastructures, ensuring efficient and reliable operations through your extensive expertise in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Innovate and enhance the machine learning infrastructure to empower rapid model deployment and automation. Collaborate across teams to streamline operations and drive impactful solutions in ML and fin...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Elevate Benepass's capabilities by designing and building a robust internal AI platform. As a Lead AI Systems Engineer, you'll drive automation and enhance workflows across multiple teams, ensuring sc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Champion innovation by architecting robust backend systems with cutting-edge technology. Lead a talented team to design high-throughput APIs, ensuring reliability and performance across diverse AI mod...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$254K - $297K *

Elevate customer experiences by diagnosing and resolving complex technical challenges. Contribute directly to product engineering initiatives while collaborating with strategic customers and internal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$50K - $130K *

Join our innovative team to develop enterprise software tools that automate retail merchandising decisions using cloud-deployed applications and data orchestration. Collaborate with diverse profession...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.