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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$235K - $285K *

Advance your career by leading machine learning innovations that enhance autonomous vehicle localization. Architect cutting-edge solutions for real-time mapping and state estimation, ensuring safety a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by driving innovative customer engagement strategies in our fast-paced product management team, shaping the evolution of private cloud solutions that enhance enterprise systems f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $152K *

Help us enhance environmental compliance by leading assessments and permitting for major industrial projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure adherence to regulations while promoti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential leading infrastructure modernization efforts that enhance reliability and scalability. Drive technical direction, mentor teams, and innovate cloud environments in a hands-on role...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $134K *

Champion innovative project management for hardware installations. Engage with clients to ensure timely, compliant installations while exceeding customer expectations. Drive operational excellence thr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $93K *

Accelerate progress at implementing and optimizing cloud technologies across platforms. Collaborate with teams to design cloud solutions, automate processes, and ensure secure resource utilization whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $151K *

Drive the expansion and optimization of cloud technologies across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain robust solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Explore the forefront of AI integration, designing and optimizing production-grade systems that enhance customer experience with scalable, reliable, and secure solutions through innovative machine lea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Reimagine the sales process by partnering with teams to drive technical discovery and showcase solutions. Elevate customer engagement through impactful demonstrations while translating technical conce...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $118K *

Shape the future of energy by collaborating on the design and upgrade of complex electrical systems for power plants. Engage in a dynamic project team, producing detailed wiring diagrams and supportin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$320K - $500K *

Join our team to build groundbreaking TV app features that delight millions! Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape user experiences and drive product innovations on a diverse range of TV...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$217K - $303K *

Drive the evolution of observability tools that enhance insights at scale, as you tackle unique challenges in software and infrastructure development. Engage in collaborative projects that impact mill...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engineer transformative Lustre architecture, driving the development of high-performance features. Collaborate with teams to enhance scalability and evaluate cutting-edge technologies for innovative s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of robust Android infrastructure and features, enabling high-impact user experiences across Netflix's vast member base, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$240K - $379K *

Shape the future of retail technology by architecting and developing a cutting-edge Retail and CPG platform using AI solutions, collaborating with top engineering teams to drive innovation and efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $225K *

Lead the charge in the development of next-gen ASICs by owning FPGA prototyping, firmware enablement, silicon bring-up, and hardware validation, bridging ASIC design and system integration throughout...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the design and scaling of robust cloud infrastructure, enhancing deployment pipelines and reliability. Own end-to-end processes while fostering DevOps best practices in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Partner with leaders to drive strategy and impact as a key financial advisor, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. Collaborate with executives and business units to provide insig...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $350K *

Join a team that reimagines AI resilience by creating impactful projects that safeguard society while harnessing the benefits of advanced AI. Collaborate widely to advance defensive capabilities and f...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $222K *

Architect scalable AI-driven software development processes by overseeing generator-verifier frameworks, ensuring compliance with top-tier standards while bridging human oversight and autonomous agent...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Drive product development and commercialization initiatives while leading pilot deployments at customer sites. Engage cross-functional teams and ensure project execution aligns with strategic goals fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Optimize shipboard radar system development using MBSE principles and tools. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, ensure compliance with standards, and manage SETR documentation for succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Explore new frontiers in software engineering by crafting seamless mobile interfaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable React Native applications for iOS and Android. Drive u...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $127K *

Partner with us to enhance our sequencing analysis platform, driving stability and speed. You will tackle diverse challenges in pipeline engineering, operational tooling, and field support as part of...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in crafting powerful data integration solutions using Ab Initio and Snowflake, enhancing cloud modernization and ensuring the efficacy of data pipelines in a complex Azure environment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.