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+ Jobs50 new this weekUpdated 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 – $227k

Top Companies

Domino's, Mercor, Flex, Vanguard Group, Inc., ArcelorMittal, AstraZeneca +36 more

Job Types

90% Full Time, 10% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, Bozeman, Toronto, Silver Spring

Work Model

78% On-Site, 14% Hybrid, 8% Remote

Experience Levels

52% Mid Level, 22% Senior, 16% Junior

We found 7,766 research engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, Bozeman, Toronto. 50 new positions were added this week at companies like Vanguard Group, Inc., ArcelorMittal, AstraZeneca. Salaries range from $0k to $227k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (78%), Hybrid (14%), Remote (8%). Top employers include Domino's, Mercor, Flex and 39 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Research Engineer Jobs

Domino's7 jobs

Mercor2 jobs

Flex2 jobs

Vanguard Group, Inc.1 job

ArcelorMittal1 job

AstraZeneca1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

Salary varies

1 job

Junior

$0k–$0k

8 jobs

Mid Level

$0k–$129k

26 jobs

Senior

$105k–$210k

11 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

1 job

Director+

Salary varies

1 job

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Machine Learning Engineer, Specialist Malvern, PA, USA

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Sales Development Representative

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Frontend Developer (React, TypeScript, WebGL)

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Inside Sales Project Manager (Sales Engineering, Mount Airy)

National Rental Sales

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US - Research Associate I

Operations Quality Assurance Analyst

General Counsel - Safety and Environmental - Aerospace

Data Scientist / Senior Data Scientist

Small Business Advisor, Agriculture

Intermediate Procurement Sourcing Specialist, Contract 6 Months

Full Stack Developer- Angular

Research Assistant - Archives, Statistics & Research (ASTR)

Partner Marketing, New Verticals

Partner Marketing, New Verticals

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Watchlist Analyst

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Software Engineer II - Machine Learning (B3617)

Python and Go Developer

Senior Paid Media Specialist

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