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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$192K - $275K *

Shape the future of CloudOps by leading critical incident management, fostering automation, and enhancing system architecture across a global SaaS platform. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive ope...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining customer onboarding by seamlessly guiding new clients through tailored training and implementation processes, ensuring rapid adoption and satisfaction with cutting-edge t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Analyze fault events and perform coordination studies to enhance protection for distribution substations. Prepare technical specifications and relay settings, ensuring project completion on time and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building a robust integrations platform by managing APIs, ensuring data quality, and supporting partner deployments without direct engineering involvement. Drive product strategy an...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $205K *

Lead efforts to enhance operational excellence and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing sites by partnering with leadership, executing strategies, and fostering a culture of accountabilit...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative research in charging and energy technologies. Drive the development of new solutions through PoV demonstrations while collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you innovate automated testing solutions for AWS infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment confidence and streamline v...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Develop scalable backend integrations for healthcare systems, streamlining workflows and enhancing member experience. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to create innovative AI-powered tools an...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional technical support while managing device lifecycles and improving IT processes. As the first IT presence outside North America, you'll shape global support operations and contribute...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise security solutions by serving as a trusted technical advisor. Engage with stakeholders to guide them through evaluations, technical discussions, and architecture design, positioni...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $229K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading the development of innovative motion planning algorithms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and performance in real...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$213K - $250K *

Innovate strategies as a trusted advisor, driving customer engagement and success within complex enterprise sales cycles. Achieve business outcomes by leveraging technology while collaborating cross-f...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $95K *

Champion security assessments across FedRAMP and NIST frameworks to ensure project deliverables and client satisfaction. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders while continuously developing in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $207K *

Drive innovative mechanical and thermal design solutions in advanced liquid cooling systems while leading a skilled team. This role involves collaboration, technical leadership, and project management...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead security design for AI workloads by implementing robust architectures, policies, and defenses across multiple cloud platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safe AI practices and compli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $99K *

Elevate the insurance product lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring compliance and market competitiveness. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions and meet customer needs in a dyn...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving analytics excellence and innovation. As a senior leader, you'll tackle complex data challenges while collaborating to define and govern key performance metrics, architect ro...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $222K *

Unlock peak performance as you lead commissioning efforts in power plants, ensuring safety and reliability through effective team management, strategic planning, and thorough oversight of equipment te...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving automation and reliability in data infrastructure. As a Senior Data Platform Engineer, you'll ensure database operability and optimize performance across diverse systems whi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower progress in product security by embedding advanced safeguards within every development phase. Collaborate with engineering teams to build AI-enhanced security tooling and enhance proactive ris...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operational excellence in a large federal IT program, leading teams in service delivery, compliance, and performance metrics while leveraging AI innovations to enhance processes and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by architecting innovative solutions impacting digital assets. Join a collaborative team focused on security, performance, and quality, addressing complex challenges in software devel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$233K - $267K *

Transform the member experience by leading the development of AI-driven health intelligence initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that integrate machine learning and pe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining our global security team, providing technical support and proactive solutions to enhance customer security postures through timely issue resolution and innovative securi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative products in a cross-functional team, enhancing revenue management for digital-native businesses while ensuring high-quality code delivery and user-centric design...

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Yesterday

  •   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.