Senior R&D Engineer Jobs

Explore senior research and development engineering opportunities where you can turn technical insight into products, processes, and technologies. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers find roles that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Senior R&D Engineer Do?

Senior R&D engineers lead or contribute to the research, design, testing, and refinement of new products and technologies. They may define experiments, build prototypes, analyze results, solve complex engineering challenges, and collaborate with product, manufacturing, and business teams to move ideas toward practical applications.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering discipline, along with substantial experience in research, product development, or a related field. Relevant strengths may include technical design, prototyping, data analysis, experimental methods, project leadership, and clear communication. Specific requirements vary by industry and role.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior R&D engineers work across industries such as software, electronics, medical devices, energy, aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing. Job titles and responsibilities vary, with opportunities to specialize in areas such as materials, hardware, systems, process development, or product innovation.

Find Senior R&D Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted senior R&D engineering roles on Ladders and discover opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare positions by industry, location, and responsibilities to identify a role that fits your experience and next career move.

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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative applications that empower network teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solutions, transforming complex data into i...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $290K *

Elevate your career by shaping the technical direction of our Developer Experience team. Collaborate on cutting-edge AI coding tools and scalable infrastructures that enhance productivity across the e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of power systems engineering. As a key member, you'll design and develop scalable analysis modules, driving innovation in distribution system analysis and optimiz...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $136K *

Unlock the potential of nuclear instrumentation by overseeing manufacturing projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with design teams to enhance product quality and supplier pe...

Supply, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, driving full-stack solutions and leveraging AI tools to enhance IT lifecycle management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful softwar...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex control systems projects, ensuring delivery excellence across safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Mentor Project Managers and drive strategic alignment to s...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading automated testing initiatives for cloud-based ERP systems, ensuring seamless integration and performance across various business processes and upgrades...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $156K *

Join us to design and implement advanced software for spacecraft simulators, enhancing simulation capabilities through collaboration, innovation, and adherence to industry best practices in a fast-pac...

San Jose, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$208K - $327K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge AI-RAN products, driving the roadmap and lifecycle management for NVIDIA's ARC portfolio. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions that enhan...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading warehouse design projects, managing engineering activities, and collaborating with teams to optimize material flow and layouts for enhanced efficiency. Ensure successful im...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $150K *

Optimize infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to empower engineering teams in delivering AI-powered products efficiently. Collaborate closely with product and data engineers, leading projects from incep...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI workflows, integrating LLM systems, and enhancing production reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and elevate AI engineering pra...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales engagement in power conversion and energy storage markets. Collaborate with diverse teams to align customer needs with innovative solutions, ensuring commer...

Mesa, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to design and develop complex enterprise applications, ensuring high-quality delivery and technical excellence while mentoring developers and driving modernization effo...

Sterling, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $118K *

Elevate your drafting career by collaborating in a dynamic team, utilizing advanced CAD tools, and gaining hands-on experience in 3D design. Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$230K - $245K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to automate financial data extraction, enhancing model accuracy and efficiency for clients. Drive impactful solutions that empower analysts to...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $206K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product development by leading high-performing engineering teams. Drive innovation and collaboration across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions, while fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $125K *

Shape compliance strategies across hardware and biotech sectors, ensuring products meet global regulatory standards and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and main...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join the Platform Engineering Team to design and implement innovative solutions across infrastructure, data, and security platforms, leveraging modern technologies to enhance efficiency and security i...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $185K *

Elevate healthcare solutions by leading the development of innovative algorithms for next-gen continuous glucose monitoring technologies. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance sensor pe...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $318K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership across Dev AI platforms. Shape architectural strategies, drive cross-organizational initiatives, and enhance engineering quality while collaborati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $173K *

Architect AI-driven solutions that enhance business processes and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable applications, ensuring compliance wit...

Kentucky, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Manage the lifecycle of accelerator clusters, ensuring efficient capacity, reliability, and security. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and lead initiatives that...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior R&D Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior R&D Engineer researches, designs, tests, and improves products, processes, or technologies. Responsibilities may include planning experiments, developing prototypes, analyzing results, solving technical problems, and working with cross-functional teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior R&D Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for an engineering degree, substantial relevant experience, and skills in areas such as design, testing, prototyping, data analysis, and project leadership. Some positions require specialized industry or technical expertise.

  • Which industries hire Senior R&D Engineers?question toggle

    Senior R&D Engineers are hired in industries including software, electronics, medical devices, energy, aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing.

  • How much do Senior R&D Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, specialization, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Senior R&D Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Senior R&D Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.