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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$143K - $194K *

Contribute to the development of cutting-edge robotics by integrating advanced perception and navigation algorithms into real-time software, optimizing performance on embedded systems, and ensuring re...

2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Unlock your potential by designing and delivering scalable software solutions that impact millions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor peers, and drive operational excellence in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $223K *

Advance your career by designing scalable data solutions to support millions of users. Collaborate across teams to enhance data access and analytics while mentoring engineers and driving innovation in...

4 weeks ago

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

$184K - $250K *

Manage engineering teams to innovate and deliver large-scale computing solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to build robust systems and enhance cloud services while ensuring performance and relia...

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

$184K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving innovative cloud solutions for U.S. Intelligence agencies. Oversee software development, manage engineering teams, and ensure operational excellence while delivering high-qu...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative cloud networking solutions by designing secure, resilient architectures that integrate private and public cloud environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and adherence to Zero T...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $254K *

Drive operational excellence by leading multiple data centers, managing teams, and ensuring 100% service uptime. Collaborate globally to innovate and maintain high standards in critical facility opera...

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

$193K - $261K *

Drive innovation and optimization for machine learning models on Trainium accelerators. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, usability, and architectural design while mentor...

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

$262K - $350K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a dynamic team in redefining agent-native tools, driving strategic product vision and execution in cloud infrastructure while engaging with top ente...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$184K - $250K *

Pioneer the future of autonomous systems by leading a team that develops innovative edge-first fleet management software. Drive deployments, secure AI distribution, and enhance operational excellence...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $223K *

Unlock your potential by building powerful models and infrastructure for high-performance virtual platforms critical for software development. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance usa...

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage in transformative DevOps practices by implementing AWS technologies and tooling. Collaborate with product teams to enhance cloud infrastructure, security, and CI/CD pipelines, contributing to a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $223K *

Build and own virtual platform models for SoC subsystems, enabling software teams to efficiently develop even before silicon readiness, while improving simulation performance and usability for real wo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Support the design and direction of Azure CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code, driving architectural decisions and enhancing team capabilities while fostering collaboration between DevOps and application...

2 weeks ago

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

$133K - $181K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer experiences by solving complex programmatic advertising issues and developing scalable solutions. Drive improvement through technical expertise, problem-solving...

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

$157K - $212K *

Take ownership of scalable testing infrastructure for optical interconnects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance network systems, and design automation tools for thorough validation, ensuring per...

3 weeks ago

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

$82K - $172K *

Champion AWS cloud architecture design and implementation, enabling innovative, scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure secure migrations and compliance...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Partner with us to design, implement, and support innovative AWS cloud solutions. Collaborate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and optimal cloud architecture...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $243K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating AI-driven systems that enhance operational efficiency, integrating complex workflows, and developing innovative solutions to transform the future of intell...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $179K *

Drive the development of distributed systems for real-time blockchain data ingestion and indexing, owning services from design to production while enhancing performance and reliability across the plat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $171K *

Innovate cloud solutions and applications as a Senior .NET/AWS Engineer. Leverage your expertise in .NET and AWS to drive integration and collaboration across teams, enhancing system performance and r...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $194K *

Transform your career by designing and operating scalable data pipelines, enhancing data quality, and collaborating with ML teams to deliver robust software solutions that drive analytics and operatio...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate cloud operations by designing secure and efficient cloud infrastructure solutions. Lead the development of innovative tools and architectures that enhance performance and reliability, ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $194K *

Unlock your potential by designing innovative software solutions that enhance user experiences and tackle big data challenges. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality products while men...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Design and develop scalable backend applications in a collaborative, remote environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and mentor peers while ensuring high performance...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.