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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$135K - $160K *

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$120K - $145K *

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$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $155K *

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$150K - $224K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $167K *

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.