What does a research engineer do?

Research Engineer professionals bridge technical expertise with specialized domain needs. The role involves a mix of technical work, communication, and strategic thinking depending on the company and team.

What is the salary range for research engineer roles?

Research Engineer salaries vary by experience and location, typically ranging from $80k to $200k+ for experienced professionals. Compensation reflects both technical depth and domain expertise.

How do I become a research engineer?

Build a strong technical foundation, develop domain expertise through hands-on experience, and cultivate communication skills. Many professionals transition from engineering or adjacent roles.

7,766+ Jobs31 added todayUpdated Apr 30, 2026

Research Engineer Jobs

Research Engineer professionals play a unique and valued role in the tech ecosystem. These positions combine technical expertise with specialized skills, offering competitive compensation and diverse career paths.

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Salary Range

$0k – $257k

Top Companies

Domino's, Dropbox, Databricks, AbbVie, Pure Storage, ServiceNow +37 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 8% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, Bethesda, Schenectady, Rockville

Work Model

84% On-Site, 12% Remote, 4% Hybrid

Experience Levels

51% Mid Level, 20% Junior, 18% Senior

We found 7,766 research engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, Bethesda, Schenectady. 50 new positions were added this week at companies like Pure Storage, AbbVie, ServiceNow. Salaries range from $0k to $257k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Remote (12%), Hybrid (4%). Top employers include Domino's, Dropbox, Databricks and 40 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Research Engineer Jobs

Domino's3 jobs

Dropbox3 jobs

Databricks3 jobs

AbbVie2 jobs

Pure Storage1 job

ServiceNow1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$0k–$64k

10 jobs

Mid Level

$0k–$209k

25 jobs

Senior

$74k–$158k

9 jobs

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Administrative Assistant

Senior Scientist II/Principal Research Scientist I - Translational Program

Associate Scientist I/II, Formulation & Process Development

Senior Commercial Account Executive

Outbound Sales Development Representative, Mid-Market

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General Manager(03558) 1592 State St

Assistant Manager(03558) 1592 State St

Junior UI/UX Designer (Contract)

2026 Summer Lecturer at University of Toronto

Senior ServiceNow UX​/UI Designer; DevOps

Registered Nurse, Emergency - Specialty Qualified - Surrey Memorial Hospital

Residential and Commercial Tree Care District Manager

Senior Cybersecurity Detection Engineer - AI Threats Detection ( Locals Only )

Security Operations Coordinator

Law Enforcement Strategy and Technology Specialist

Senior Product Manager, Teams Expansion

Senior Product Manager, Teams Expansion

Python/Django Developer

Clinical Research Lead, Genetic Testing and Registry

Talent Acquisition Advisor, Human Resources

UX/UI Designer

Senior Product Manager, DET

Senior Technical Project Manager for Distributed Modeling & Simulation

Temporary Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) - Medical Center

Software Engineer I

Specialist Solutions Architect - AI/ML (Communications, Media, Entertainment &

Specialist Solutions Architect - AI/ML (Retail)

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Solutions Architect, Hunter - Digital Native Business

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Digital Marketing Manager - Digital Marketing & Experience

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Junior Account Manager

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Android / iOS Application Developer - Connected Vehicle

Key Account Executive (Sales Representative) - Bethesda, MD

Physiotherapist II - Team Leader

Paralegal (Legal Assistant I)

Senior Data Science Manager, AI Products

Summer job: Social Media Coordinator

Senior Insurance Actuarial Analyst - Auto

Associate Professor/ Professor - Temerty Health Nexus Chair in Health

Research Analyst - Senior Aerospace Cost Analyst

USDA-ARS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Grapevine Genetics and Computer Vision

Senior Corporate Communications Specialist, Corporate Communications

Windows Server Admin (systems integrator and systems administrator)

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