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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative AWS solutions, guiding customers through cloud migrations and design. Collaborate with technical teams, ensuring successful adoption of cloud services, while...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Partner with us to guide customers on their AWS cloud journey, delivering strategic insights and hands-on technical support in application architecture, migration, and ensuring cloud service efficienc...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $146K *

Innovate scalable data solutions as you design and build enterprise data platforms, collaborating with teams to transform business requirements into actionable insights that drive analytics and operat...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $194K *

Deliver innovative photo memory experiences across devices by leveraging full-stack engineering skills. Collaborate on a unified platform and utilize generative AI to enhance user engagement and scala...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing innovative cloud network solutions across diverse platforms, ensuring robust security, performance, and integration with applications for seamless services a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $147K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, automating workflows, and enhancing security. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems and ensure compliance while optimizing perfor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $145K *

Innovate customer success by driving implementation projects from kickoff to go-live. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective software integration and compliance, enhancing operational efficiency...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$184K - $250K *

Unlock innovative potential by designing and building scalable ad systems. Join a dynamic team to tackle massive challenges, shaping the future of advertising through cutting-edge technology and cross...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $123K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team to enhance global cloud infrastructure operations. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor talent, and ensure optimal performance in data center management while participa...

6 days ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Elevate your impact by creating innovative security solutions that empower teams. Collaborate with global partners to design automation tools that enhance operational efficiency and strengthen securit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative database solutions, enhancing performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize software architecture and mentor fellow...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Empower innovation in distributed database systems, solving complex challenges while collaborating with passionate teams to enhance AWS services for a global customer base...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable AWS solutions. Leverage expertise in CI/CD, containerization, and automation to enhance reliability and operational...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Help us build innovative data solutions that support national security missions. Join a dynamic team of Data Engineers to ensure data availability and scalability, leveraging cutting-edge technologies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $186K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge backend services for an AI-driven application platform, enhancing developer experience and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Grow your skills by developing backend services for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance developer experience and ensure quality, scalability, and security in modern...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $223K *

Join a team that's innovating SSD firmware development for AWS, collaborating across disciplines to enhance performance and reliability. Shape the future of cloud storage technology while driving oper...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $223K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with diverse engineering teams to design cutting-edge SSD firmware and contribute to innovative storage solutions that optimize performance and reliability for AWS...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$158K - $213K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing advertising measurement by building AI-driven software solutions that empower global brands. Your role will focus on designing scalable systems and optimizing data i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to build intelligent systems that empower advertisers, enhancing their campaign strategies with real-time optimizations and scalable solutions, fostering innovation in a fast-paced...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Innovate solutions for complex supply chain challenges by developing enterprise applications using machine learning and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products that e...

4 days ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Elevate your career by building a cutting-edge platform for real-time cashflow tracking. Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and scale innovative solutions that will support Amazon's financial o...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development and optimization of CI/CD pipelines and testing environments, enhancing local workflows and coding tools to ensure efficient, reliable engineering processes that support rapid sc...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $204K *

Engineer innovative CI/CD solutions that empower thousands of developers. Lead the re-architecture and design of a scalable platform, driving transformation at scale while mentoring engineers and adva...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing telemetry data accessibility. You'll develop agents across diverse platforms, manage backend services, and ensure software reliability while collaborating clo...

1 week ago

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

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.