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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$159K - $207K *

Inspire transformative AI solutions by leading engineering teams, delivering cutting-edge products that align with strategic goals. Drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $164K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful data science projects, transforming complex analytics into actionable business strategies by collaborating with stakeholders and leveraging advanced machine learni...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $216K *

Drive strategic insights in R&D Pipeline Innovation by assessing new BD&L opportunities in neuroscience and oncology. Collaborate across functions to facilitate decision-making and present findings to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $175K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative solutions in AI and customer engagement. Leverage your software engineering expertise to develop, launch, and maintain web applications and APIs while collabor...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $221K *

Lead the charge in shaping data engineering and analytics initiatives, mentoring a skilled team while overseeing the design, reliability, and governance of the company's data infrastructure to drive s...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Transform customer experiences by leading imaging equipment installations. Manage projects from order to delivery, coordinating teams and ensuring high satisfaction while navigating multiple concurren...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$132K - $238K *

Lead the charge in designing advanced mechanical systems for data center power and cooling infrastructure, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with industry standards while collaborating with...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing exceptional field service support for Bioprocess products across the Northeast region. Drive customer satisfaction and retention through effective installations, repairs...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing identity systems for agents, crafting high-performance identity, authentication, and authorization infrastructures that ensure security and reliability across variou...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $192K *

Shape the future of distributed systems and data pipelines while leveraging your backend engineering expertise in JVM languages to optimize high throughput applications across multi-cloud environments...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $192K *

Unlock potential by engineering resilient data pipelines at scale. Work with JVM languages and leverage multi-cloud infrastructures while collaborating in a dynamic team to optimize and deliver comple...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $275K *

Deliver high-impact engineering outcomes by leading and empowering multiple teams. Drive technical strategy and execution discipline while fostering collaboration with Product to enhance landlord solu...

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

$130K - $160K *

Innovate strategies to enhance product effectiveness and user experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives. Drive projects from concept to execution in a d...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $240K *

Transform strategic product partnerships that drive growth and enhance market value. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to create scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals for...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive customer success through strategic leadership, enhancing loyalty and relationships within mining operations. Collaborate globally, mentor peers, and ensure successful implementation of technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive project success by managing large-scale construction efforts, ensuring compliance with policies, and fostering effective communication with stakeholders to meet project goals on time and within...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Lead high-visibility electric utility construction projects and oversee strategic direction. Drive operational excellence, client satisfaction, and team growth while managing complex project portfolio...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Lead and execute complex federal projects, ensuring alignment with goals. Oversee integrated teams, manage resources, and ensure compliance while delivering high-quality results on time and within bud...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$186K - $218K *

Lead the design and development of secure smart contract protocols while enhancing infrastructure to support a low-cost, high-performance crypto ecosystem. Collaborate with leadership to shape on-chai...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of telecommunications by leading CRM implementations. Utilize your extensive industry expertise and technical acumen to drive impactful customer outcomes for leading telco organizatio...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Empower telecommunications companies by leading complex CRM implementations, leveraging deep industry knowledge to address unique challenges and drive transformational outcomes through effective solut...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$89K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading model-based systems engineering efforts, guiding a team of modelers in architecting solutions for Navy systems. Leverage MBSE expertise to innovate and drive customer...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Transform operations by leading critical mechanical systems in AI data centers. Drive technical readiness, oversee audits, and enhance cooling infrastructure to meet rigorous demands while mentoring u...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Execute innovative solutions for a multi-tenant storage engine, ensuring high availability and performance in cloud environments while collaborating with stakeholders to drive software projects to suc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

Drive the development of innovative packet forwarding and system software for complex networking ASICs, ensuring high-quality solutions from design to deployment while collaborating closely with engin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.