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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$109K - $185K *

Engage in innovative problem-solving as you develop technical solutions for mobile app developers, driving growth and enhancing the Amazon Appstore experience through expertise in coding and advocacy...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$184K - $250K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing high-quality services that enhance the developer experience on AWS. Lead architectural innovations while ensuring scalability and reliability in a colla...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$165K - $223K *

Drive the development of scalable, robust systems that enhance AWS customer experiences. Collaborate with a diverse team to design, implement, and deliver innovative features while mentoring junior en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Shape the future of technology by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance systems and mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improve...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Transform software solutions by leveraging full stack expertise, cloud services, and DevSecOps practices. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality applications, ensuring performance and security...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$124K - $187K *

Champion innovative solutions in AWS GenAI, architecting robust data pipelines and RAG systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects, ensuring security and governanc...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $227K *

Shape and enhance secure systems for billing data management, mentoring teams and driving quality, operational excellence, and cross-team collaboration to meet customer needs swiftly and effectively...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to design and operate scalable services that route AWS traffic globally. Tackle complex distributed systems challenges while enhancing automation and efficiency, ensuring reliable...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$114K - $191K *

Elevate customer experiences by designing AI agents that transform data into actionable insights. As a key contributor, you'll enhance response accuracy and efficiency, shaping innovative solutions in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable software solutions, enhancing system performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results and mentor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Shape the future of software development by designing and delivering scalable solutions that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with engineers to drive operational excellence and mentor peers w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$98K - $206K *

Unlock your potential as a Cloud Lead, driving innovative AWS solutions. Design, implement, and manage cloud architectures that enhance business efficiency while ensuring security and compliance in a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud technology by designing, implementing, and optimizing Azure infrastructure and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, auto...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive the development and support of AWS-focused applications, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, and Angular. Collaborate with an Agile team to deliver reliable software while independently managing full...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$143K - $194K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge in-memory database solutions, fostering innovation in distributed systems. Collaborate within a diverse engineering team to optimize performance and scalability f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Drive innovation by designing and building a cutting-edge AI-native security product. Take ownership of the technical direction and deliver impactful features in a dynamic, high-autonomy environment f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$98K - $206K *

Transform our cloud infrastructure by leading the design and implementation of AWS and EKS solutions. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, ensure security, and align cloud strategies with b...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $112K *

Unlock potential by optimizing automation systems to enhance operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and improve material handling equipment, ensuring reliabil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $112K *

Play a key role in maximizing equipment reliability and performance by providing expert support and driving continuous improvement initiatives across automated systems in fulfillment centers...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $112K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing equipment reliability and performance. Utilize innovative automation solutions and collaborate with teams to optimize material handling systems in a fast-pace...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Shape the future of AI governance by owning end-to-end feature development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance trust in autonomous agents while thrivi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by developing secure AWS serverless architectures and Python microservices. Collaborate on cross-domain integrations and ensure service observability while accessing isolated netwo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance enterprise data integration solutions using AWS and Informatica. Leverage your expertise in ETL workflows, Oracle, SQL, and Python to support high-volume data pipelines in a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and optimizing ETL workflows using Informatica and AWS technologies, ensuring data integration and processing in a dynamic financial services environment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving data integration excellence through advanced ETL workflows, leveraging AWS and Informatica PowerCenter to optimize data processing and support enterprise solutions in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.