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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$68K - $119K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and troubleshooting critical electrical and mechanical systems in data centers, ensuring operational reliability and safety while managing projects from inception to com...

2 weeks ago

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

$193K - $261K *

Shape the future of machine learning performance by enhancing next-gen compiler solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize deployments on AWS infrastructure, tackling complex autom...

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

$137K - $171K *

Engineer robust cloud platform capabilities, enhancing developer experience and security through self-service infrastructure and scalable delivery solutions for significant platform services...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$184K - $250K *

Join us to architect cloud services that bridge robotics and user experiences. Lead innovative projects that connect our robots to operational workflows while ensuring security and reliability across...

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

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable applications and systems, driving strategic value through technical ownership and resource management while optimizing processes for Sales & Marketing teams acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $191K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by designing, implementing, and launching high-quality systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance engineering excellence and drive impactful results acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$148K - $201K *

Champion innovative supply chain solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives to transform complex systems and enhance operational efficiency at a global scale. Drive impactful change through str...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$168K - $227K *

Innovate and lead the design of scalable SDN control plane solutions, tackling complex global challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance and reliability...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $152K *

Join a team that supports Federal Law Enforcement by optimizing data processes, analyzing large datasets, and creating innovative solutions. Utilize your technical skills in programming and database m...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $206K *

Explore new challenges by building automated network solutions that enhance scalability and reliability for internal applications, delivering impactful backend services using Python and Terraform in a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $213K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in advertising technology, building enterprise-scale solutions for dynamic ad serving scenarios while collaborating across platforms to enhance brand experiences...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance deployment efficiency and drive...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate our infrastructure by optimizing systems for speed, reliability, and resilience. Collaborate with a dedicated team to automate processes, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and implement Infrastructure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $237K *

Join a dynamic team pioneering AI infrastructure solutions. You will lead the design, governance, and automation of secure multi-cloud foundations to support scalable, enterprise-grade AI operations...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $191K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing innovative self-service advertising tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive impactful solutions in a fast...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$129K - $174K *

Engage with us to elevate enterprise infrastructure, ensuring secure, reliable communication services across isolated AWS environments. Your expertise will drive innovation in serverless systems and a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$182K - $247K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering scalable AWS solutions. Engage with clients to assess needs, manage projects, and implement best practices, ensuring their success throughout their cloud j...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Innovate robust SaaS platforms by collaborating with cross-functional teams, building and enhancing features, and delivering customer-centric solutions throughout the development lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $174K *

Transform security practices by engineering innovative automation tools for a classified AI platform, ensuring seamless integration of security controls while collaborating with infrastructure teams f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$183K - $213K *

Drive innovative cloud software solutions by leveraging your expertise in Java, Python, and big data technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance mission-critical applications and ensure s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Deliver technical leadership and strategic direction for cloud-native application development, driving best practices in microservices and AWS infrastructure while fostering engineering excellence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$168K - $227K *

Innovate customer experiences by developing cutting-edge personalization services. Lead advanced AI solutions to create seamless, adaptive interactions that enhance service across a diverse range of b...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$184K - $250K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to deliver secure, scalable AI solutions in GovCloud. Drive technical direction, simplify complex challenges, and ensure operational excellence while collab...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable network infrastructure across diverse customer environments while driving automation and enhancing network reliability and performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering initiatives that drive high-performance code and CI/CD practices across teams, ensuring the delivery of complex features and innovative solutions in a cloud env...

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  •   8 - 10 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.