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 *

Shape the future of software solutions by designing, implementing, and testing robust applications. Collaborate on full development cycles while mentoring junior engineers to foster innovation and eff...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Data Engineer, driving innovation in cloud-native data pipelines and architectures. Leverage your expertise in structured credit and financial analytics to modernize da...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Develop cutting-edge systems that enable real-time analytics and optimize satellite operations using AI technologies. Collaborate across multiple domains to enhance performance and reliability in high...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer will join a dynamic team at Arch, focusing on building an AI-driven analytics platform for HVAC contractors to promote energy-efficient technologies. This role involves en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $195K *

Elevate customer success by designing and implementing AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and innovative projects, ensuring adherence to best practic...

2 weeks ago

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

$131K - $177K *

Shape the future of AI and cloud solutions by leading customer-focused ML projects. Collaborate with teams to create innovative AWS AI/ML strategies that drive success while ensuring high standards in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$171K - $286K *

Join a team that's transforming database management by innovating end-to-end solutions for cloud-native systems. Collaborate to enhance product availability and performance while mentoring passionate...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $250K *

Engineer robust infrastructure to enhance our financial ecosystem. Drive automation, scale systems, and ensure high performance for critical trading APIs. Join our small team to make visible contribut...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $194K *

Transform your career by architecting scalable, multi-tenant systems that enhance global inventory management. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive engineering excellence and leverage AI for data-d...

1 week ago

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

$129K - $174K *

Champion innovation by developing robust software solutions, overseeing all phases of the SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment, mentoring junior developers and enhanci...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $178K *

Drive data engineering initiatives by constructing robust pipelines and infrastructure for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and performance while facilitating...

4 weeks ago

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

$192K - $202K *

Lead the technical roadmap and modernize data solutions infrastructure, enhancing off-platform integrations and measurement capabilities while driving AI-first engineering initiatives and cross-team c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $236K *

Optimize detection and response strategies in a leading security team, driving AI and ML innovations to proactively address security threats across global infrastructure, while managing and mentoring...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by designing scalable CI/CD pipelines and secure Azure environments while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure efficient software deployment...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$131K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team as a trusted advisor, driving innovative cloud solutions for Intelligence Community customers. Leverage your technical expertise to solve complex challenges and enhance operational...

4 days ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Transform complex technical challenges into innovative cloud solutions for government clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to architect scalable systems, drive AWS adoption, and enhance operational...

4 days ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Drive innovative cloud solutions for U.S. Intelligence Community agencies, leveraging technical expertise and consultative skills to enhance AWS adoption and ensure successful project execution while...

5 days ago

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

$168K - $227K *

Transform the future of GenAI by designing and maintaining cutting-edge systems. Collaborate with scientists and product teams to develop innovative tools and techniques, ensuring high-quality softwar...

5 days ago

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

$184K - $250K *

Unlock potential by driving front-end development for innovative cloud marketplace solutions. Lead significant product features, influence architectural strategies, and collaborate closely with cross...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating cloud infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving strategic improvements in deployment and maintenance processes across teams...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by driving automation and efficiency in cloud engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure, streamline operations, and implement cutting-edge so...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the performance and reliability of our AI-native platform by managing infrastructure, CI/CD processes, and user experience. Shape tooling to boost developer efficiency and ensure a stable, fas...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $213K *

Engineer scalable backend systems to enhance tax compliance and invoicing for global advertisers. Collaborate on complex challenges in a high-impact domain, ensuring accurate billing and incentive pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $136K *

Elevate operational excellence by driving process standardization and continuous improvement across the Global Customer Fulfillment Network. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance performance metri...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security for a complex federal platform, safeguarding cloud infrastructure and sensitive data. Collaborate within an Agile team to design, implement, and automate robust s...

United StatesRemote

6 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.