Build Engineer Jobs

Build Engineers design, maintain, and improve the systems that compile, package, test, and release software. They help development teams deliver reliable updates efficiently by building automation, managing continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, and resolving issues across development and release environments. Explore Build Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Build Engineer Do?

Build Engineers create and support the tools and workflows that turn source code into deployable software. Typical responsibilities include maintaining build infrastructure, automating testing and releases, troubleshooting failed builds, improving performance and reliability, and collaborating with software, quality engineering, and operations teams. The role may also involve artifact management, version control, cloud platforms, and release governance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with CI/CD platforms, build tools, scripting or programming languages, version control, and software development workflows. Knowledge of systems such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Bazel, or Maven may be valuable, depending on the organization. Strong debugging, automation, systems thinking, and communication skills help Build Engineers support teams and scale dependable delivery practices.

Build Engineer Career Paths

Build Engineers may advance into senior or staff engineering roles, build and release engineering leadership, DevOps, platform engineering, or software infrastructure positions. Career opportunities vary by company and industry, and often grow with expertise in large-scale automation, cloud infrastructure, developer productivity, and secure software delivery.

Find Build Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Build Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, responsibilities, and work arrangements to identify positions that match your experience and career goals. Job availability and compensation depend on the employer, location, and level of the role.

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$100K - $120K *

Grow expertise in advanced BAS applications while mentoring peers, troubleshooting complex systems, and supporting projects throughout their lifecycle to drive success and foster innovation in buildin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical partner lead, driving integrations and collaborating with partners. Leverage your expertise to shape architecture, enhance security, and create repeatable patterns a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Elevate your career by coordinating multidisciplinary BIM models for complex industrial projects. Lead clash detection, ensure model accuracy, and drive collaboration among teams to deliver high-quali...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $253K *

Champion automation excellence by leading a team to design and implement robust automation strategies, ensuring reliability and security across systems while driving innovation in cloud and applicatio...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $241K *

Join a visionary team to architect cloud networking solutions, drive innovation in DPU and NIC technologies, and collaborate with global experts to redefine data center architecture from hardware to a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $210K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $162K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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Vienna, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Engage in hands-on security initiatives across the platform, collaborating with engineering and product teams to identify vulnerabilities, develop security tools, and enhance secure development practi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the brand and product experience. You'll create visually compelling designs, develop marketing materials, and collaborate with engineers to enhance our product in a fast-pac...

Mexico, MORemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $143K *

Transform client employer brands into stunning, high-converting digital experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to design user-centric career sites that prioritize accessibility and data-driven dec...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $175K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI infrastructure programs, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex schedules to ensure successful execution from planning to produ...

Bellevue, WARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$171K - $288K *

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Milford, MIRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Engage in innovative engineering by developing and maintaining cutting-edge frameworks and hosting platforms. Collaborate closely across teams and mentor junior developers in a dynamic and fast-paced...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $240K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic technical advisor for key enterprise customers, guiding architecture decisions and aligning technical plans with business outcomes to ensure successful imple...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Play a key role in delivering impactful solutions by collaborating with product teams, driving architectural decisions, and enhancing shared services. Utilize your extensive experience to tackle compl...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Contribute to the development and support of advanced missile systems as a systems engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the capabilities of critical defense technologies while...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $160K *

Engineer secure and resilient multi-cloud environments while collaborating with product teams. Adapt designs to support rapid change in a late-stage startup, ensuring safety and performance in AI-driv...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $170K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in renewable energy construction. Oversee multiple utility-scale projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution while managing contractors and stakeholder...

Charlottesville, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Build Engineer do?question toggle

    A Build Engineer develops and maintains the tools and automation used to compile, test, package, and release software. The role often includes managing CI/CD pipelines, troubleshooting build failures, and improving delivery reliability.

  • What skills are important for Build Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include CI/CD, build automation, scripting or programming, version control, debugging, and familiarity with software development workflows. Specific tools and qualifications vary by employer.

  • What is the difference between a Build Engineer and a DevOps Engineer?question toggle

    Build Engineers typically focus on software build systems, developer workflows, and release automation. DevOps Engineers often work across a broader range of infrastructure, deployment, monitoring, and operational practices, though responsibilities can overlap.

  • How can I find Build Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Build Engineer opportunities and review listings for compensation, experience requirements, and location. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; availability and pay depend on the role and employer.

  • What career paths can follow a Build Engineer role?question toggle

    Build Engineers may progress into senior or staff engineering, build and release leadership, DevOps, platform engineering, or software infrastructure roles, depending on their skills and interests.