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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Manager, Global Digital & Technology Systems Engineering
$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...
1 month ago
Enterprise Account Executive - Electrical Modeling
$125K - $150K *
Transform the energy utility landscape by driving the U.S. market for an innovative electrical modeling module, leading sales strategy, navigating complex stakeholder environments, and shaping product...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$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...
5 days ago
$245K - $260K *
Join a team that's redefining Digital Employee Experience and Unified Observability. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive technical strategies, solve complex challenges, and enh...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining data engineering by leading the analytics data platform. Drive technical strategy, enhance data quality, and mentor peers while ensuring reliable access to trusted data f...
1 week ago
$200K - $250K *
Join us to architect and lead the development of scalable fintech solutions. As a technical leader, you'll drive innovation, mentor teams, and ensure architectural integrity while shaping the future o...
Reposted 5 days ago
$200K - $250K *
Transform the architectural vision of a fintech platform by leading the design and implementation of scalable systems. Drive technical excellence and mentor teams to innovate and enhance the financial...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer – External Compute & Application Software
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and test innovative vehicle software solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance automation frameworks and ensure software reliability, all while working remotely a...
3 days ago
Data & Artificial Intelligence Research Engineer, L4
$182K - $210K *
Transform the future of materials science by developing cutting-edge machine learning models. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI capabilities, improve interpretability, and drive innovation in mat...
3 weeks ago
Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager
$114K - $190K *
Oversee project management for innovative small modular reactor deployments, ensuring timely delivery, customer satisfaction, and effective risk mitigation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams an...
Reposted 5 days ago
Staff Software Engineer, On-Prem
$205K - $285K *
Transform the on-premises CI/CD landscape by enhancing reliability, simplifying installations, and driving technical strategy. Collaborate with teams to build tools that empower engineers and ensure s...
1 week ago
Computer System Quality Validation Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing computer system validation processes, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance validation pr...
3 weeks ago
$211K - $257K *
Pioneer our pre-sales function as a Senior Solutions Engineer, shaping strategies and best practices while collaborating with teams to deliver tailored technical solutions and drive customer success a...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of impactful projects, designing and implementing robust backend systems with a high-performing team. Collaborate, innovate, and contribute to a culture of speed, quality, and continuou...
Reposted 1 week ago
Transmission Line Engineer (Mid-Level)
$105K - $145K *
Elevate your career by designing and executing overhead transmission line projects. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project quality and safety while engaging with c...
1 week ago
$176K - $276K *
Empower your career with a Senior Program Manager role driving production excellence, ensuring material readiness, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes in a fast-paced...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative products by translating customer needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dyn...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Lead the financial planning and analysis function, establishing processes and insights to support divisional leadership. Drive strategic financial decisions and enhance operational efficiency while ma...
4 days ago
Chief Architect, Product Engineering
$160K - $200K *
Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...
3 weeks ago
Sr. QA Test Engineer (Quality Assurance)
$95K - $130K *
Transform the quality assurance landscape by leading manual and automated testing efforts, ensuring enterprise applications meet high standards for reliability, usability, and performance while collab...
2 weeks ago
Senior - Administrative Assistant
$63K - $111K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-notch administrative support to program leadership and project personnel, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication across multidisciplinary...
5 days ago
Senior Site Reliability Engineer I
$95K - $158K *
Drive the reliability and scalability of critical systems by leading automation efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and deliver exceptional customer experiences while ma...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving high-impact commercial data center projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing high-impact commercial data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving opera...
5 days ago
Staff Engineer, Identity & Access Management (IAM)
$180K - $212K *
Pioneer innovative IAM strategies to enhance security across cloud and on-premise infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust identity governance and access management...
2 weeks ago
What does a Senior R&D Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Senior R&D Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.