Occupation
Application Engineer
An Application Engineer builds and maintains software applications, handling everything from software development and API development to system integration that connects applications with other internal or third-party services. They frequently perform technical troubleshooting to resolve production issues and increasingly deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms. This role typically sits within an engineering organization and requires versatility across both coding and systems-level problem solving.
How much does an Application Engineer make?
Too few Application Engineer postings state pay to publish a median yet: 3 of 5 open roles do, and we wait for 25.
Who is hiring for Application Engineer roles?
5 open Application Engineer roles from 5 employers; the most at CesiumAstro, Crane Co. and KLA-Tencor.
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Application Engineer in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
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Open Application Engineer roles (5)
Application Engineer
The Home Depot
Atlanta, GA
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Application Engineer
Crane Co.
The Woodlands, Texas
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Staff Applications Engineer
CesiumAstro
Full-time · El Segundo, CA · $165,000 – $199,000
A customer-facing technical role for someone who will represent CesiumAstro's satellite communication systems to customers, moving between lab work, product feedback, customer training, and technical documentation. This position suits engineers who enjoy hands-on problem-solving, explaining complex technology clearly, and shaping product direction through direct customer interaction.
Listed on CesiumAstro’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Customer Engagement Applications Engineer
KLA-Tencor
Full-time · Austin, TX · $83,100 – $141,300
This role bridges technical expertise and customer relationships, supporting semiconductor inspection product adoption through demonstrations, troubleshooting, and solution development at customer sites. It suits engineers who thrive in fast-paced technical environments and enjoy both hands-on problem-solving and knowledge transfer across global teams.
Listed on KLA-Tencor’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Applications Engineer, Autonomy (open level)
Shield AI
Full-time · San Diego, CA · $152,000 – $318,000
This role involves deploying and integrating Shield AI's autonomy software with customers on-site, often internationally and for extended periods. It suits experienced engineers who enjoy problem-solving in customer environments and are passionate about autonomous systems, with some consideration given to strong mid-level candidates.
Listed on Shield AI’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Likely next role (3)
Where Application Engineers commonly go next: Application Architect.
Application Architect
Arrow Electronics
Peabody, MA
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Application Architect
Western Union
Austin, TX
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Application Architect
LSEG
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Solutions Architect
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Systems Engineer
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Systems Engineer
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Software Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer, Compute Platform
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Full-time · Foster City, CA · $130,000 – $290,000 · Remote
Replit is hiring a distributed systems engineer to build and optimize cloud infrastructure that powers their AI-driven development platform. You'll focus on launching new deployment products, improving system reliability and scalability, and reducing infrastructure costs while working with Golang and Rust.
Listed on Replit’s careers site · Apply there ↗
IT Specialist (Applications Software)
Bureau of Economic Analysis
Suitland, MD · $85,447 – $133,142
A database developer role within the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, working on statistical and business support systems using SQL Server and modern development practices. The position requires hands-on experience with database design, T-SQL programming, and DevSecOps methodologies.
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Employers hiring Application Engineers
5 in total, most open roles first.
- CCesiumAstro1 role
- Crane Co.1 role
- KLA-Tencor1 role
- SAShield AI1 role
- The Home Depot1 role