Explore AWS Engineer Jobs

AWS Engineers design, build, and maintain cloud environments on Amazon Web Services. They help organizations develop reliable, secure, and scalable infrastructure, support cloud migration, and improve how applications are deployed and operated. Explore vetted AWS Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What AWS Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and seniority, but commonly include designing AWS architectures, provisioning and managing cloud resources, automating infrastructure, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting operational issues. AWS Engineers may also work with development, security, and operations teams to improve availability, control costs, and meet compliance requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek hands-on experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, Lambda, and CloudWatch. Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, scripting, CI/CD, containers, networking, and cloud security can also be valuable. AWS certifications may strengthen an application, while practical experience delivering dependable cloud solutions remains essential.

Career Paths and Work Settings

AWS Engineers work across technology, finance, healthcare, consulting, and other industries. Depending on their focus, they may specialize in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, DevOps, security, or architecture. With experience, professionals can move into senior engineering, cloud architecture, engineering management, or broader cloud leadership roles.

Find AWS Engineer Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, required experience, location, and work arrangement to find an opportunity that aligns with your cloud engineering skills and career goals.

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$96K - $184K *

Drive innovative cybersecurity solutions by engaging with customers to assess their needs, design tailored architectures, and present compelling value propositions, ensuring alignment with business ob...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Champion innovative cybersecurity solutions by engaging with customers to assess their needs, design tailored architectures, and deliver compelling presentations that drive business value across cloud...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $149K *

Join a team that drives the integration and operation of advanced space systems for government and commercial missions. Contribute to multifaceted projects while collaborating with a diverse engineeri...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$165K - $205K *

Champion technical sales for our EO satellite portfolio, focusing on international defense and intelligence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer engag...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $260K *

Shape the future of software development by leading impactful engineering initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving innovation across diverse systems to enhance capabilities and organizational growth...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the design and optimization of scalable, reliable infrastructure for AI-driven cybersecurity. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and automate processes, ensuring efficient operation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

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Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $148K *

Manage storage infrastructure for DASD and tape systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Oversee customer migrations, backups, and disaster recovery, while providing expert support and m...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $215K *

Empower the engineering team by driving project execution and integration for advanced vehicle development. Ensure alignment of resources, schedules, and technical goals while fostering collaboration...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$166K - $242K *

Deliver secure, reliable backend systems that enhance user experiences across products. Own projects from design to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to balance security and usabil...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $201K *

Empower application teams by integrating, securing, and deploying software in Kubernetes environments. Collaborate across platforms to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure reliable operations, driving i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate solutions as a Global Resolution Engineer, tackling complex escalations across diverse customer environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance product reliability and drive proactive improve...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Join us in driving the design and implementation of scalable systems, leading architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality software soluti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $255K *

Elevate your career by defining and enforcing workload safety standards for a growing EKS fleet. Collaborate across teams to enhance availability and performance while mentoring engineers and driving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $213K *

Advance your career by defining and enforcing workload safety standards for a growing EKS fleet. Collaborate across teams to enhance Kubernetes operations, ensuring compliance and optimizing performan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $192K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $364K *

Empower a team of engineers to enhance Kubernetes platform infrastructure, driving reliability, security, and efficiency while collaborating across departments to achieve strategic goals and operation...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $239K *

Drive technical evaluations and solutions for Enterprise customers, ensuring seamless data ingestion, transformation, and modeling. Collaborate with sales and engineering to deliver impactful presenta...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate with enterprise teams to architect and deploy AI systems, ensuring real-world functionality. Balance consulting, engineering, and operational roles to deliver impactful solutions in regula...

Harrisburg, PARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions within enterprise teams, architecting and delivering robust systems that meet real-world demands. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless int...

Louisiana, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI integration, collaborating with enterprise clients to architect and deploy robust systems that drive real-world impact. Leverage your engineering expertise to...

Juneau, AKRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and build AI systems that thrive in real environments. Engage as a consultant, operator, and engineer to deliver impactful solutio...

Houston, TXRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect and deploy AI solutions within enterprise environments. Collaborate closely with clients to transform complex challenges into robust systems, ensuring real-world a...

Lincoln, NERemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. Engage in consulting, engineering, and operational roles, ensuring real-world application of AI in regulat...

Richmond, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an AWS Engineer do?question toggle

    An AWS Engineer builds and operates cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services. Typical work includes designing cloud environments, automating deployments, monitoring systems, improving security, and troubleshooting performance or reliability issues.

  • What skills are commonly required for AWS Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include AWS services such as EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Lambda, and CloudWatch, along with networking, scripting, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, containers, and cloud security. Requirements differ by role and employer.

  • Do AWS Engineers need certifications?question toggle

    Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer can demonstrate relevant knowledge and may be preferred by some employers. They are not universally required; hands-on experience is also important.

  • How much do AWS Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialization, location, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, where available.

  • Where can I find AWS Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse AWS Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and location or work arrangement.