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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$139K - $184K *

Transform enterprise sales with technical expertise, guiding customers to maximize product value. Collaborate closely with teams to drive innovation, manage projects, and enhance sales effectiveness...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Empower the future of financial operations by mastering money movement, ensuring seamless transactions and transparency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success and enhance cl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform the DevOps landscape by leading infrastructure automation, fostering collaboration, and championing best practices across teams, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of transportation noise analysis by providing expert insights on highway, rail, and airport projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to conduct studies, manage projects, and...

Moon Township, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $191K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

$88K - $147K *

Oversee project financial performance and analytics, ensuring effective management across complex contracts. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver actionable insights, driving operat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Champion client relationships and lead diverse teams in life sciences, driving project success through strategic planning and scheduling expertise. Empower your career with mentorship and a focus on q...

Portland, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $121K *

Lead impactful training initiatives designed to empower customers globally. Utilize innovative methods and foster strong relationships to enhance learning experiences and drive success across diverse...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and operational integrity through thorough audits and evaluations, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $185K *

Transform complex technical initiatives into impactful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams and driving innovation. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of lar...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing complex technical programs that drive innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to ensure successful delivery of large-sca...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $160K *

Take ownership of B2B integrations as a key technical leader, collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions that drive customer success and evolve with innovative IoT technology. Expect a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $245K *

Transform the AI Data Center landscape by driving strategic growth and adoption of high-speed test solutions. Engage with key stakeholders to validate complex AI infrastructure and enhance interconnec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior full-stack software engineer, driving innovation in AI software development. Build and own features across our platform, enhancing user experience and scalability for t...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $238K *

Empower our security initiatives as you develop and enhance threat detection systems, streamline data pipelines, and leverage AI for more effective monitoring and response, ensuring safety for our cus...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $238K *

Pioneer innovative threat detection engineering solutions that protect our infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance our detection platform through advanced telemetry, improve pipeline relia...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Elevate revenue and risk strategies by leveraging data insights to drive impactful business decisions. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, influence product development, and enhance client...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $270K *

Optimize the DSX OS portfolio by leading the development of a scoring platform that automates readiness tracking, enhances project onboarding, and ensures data integrity, driving open-source excellenc...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced platforms that automate operations and enhance AI-driven interactions. This hands-on role combines technical leadership with coding, mentoring, and ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading backend development for high-traffic APIs and microservices. Collaborate across teams to enhance system reliability, scalability, and performance while optimizing cloud cos...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $181K *

Lead the charge in executing systems engineering activities across R&D, cloud, and AI platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration, compliance, and operational excellence in...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, driving real-time financial infrastructure projects while fostering individual growth and establishing engineering standards for scalable practices...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$279K - $349K *

Drive the strategy and execution of dedicated infrastructure engineering, leading a high-performing team to enhance enterprise SaaS offerings, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional customer exper...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Transform avionics innovation by leading software projects and mentoring teams, delivering cutting-edge display solutions across platforms while ensuring compliance and project success in a dynamic, r...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.