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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$260K - $330K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading fullstack engineers in crafting essential tools for legal professionals. Drive impactful initiatives and foster engineering excellence in a fast...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $119K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative packaging solutions, ensuring product protection and compliance with specifications. Collaborate on structural concepts and manage documentation wh...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion technical enablement by collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate customer engagement and drive excellence throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring teams are equipped with the to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $180K *

Empower mission-critical application modernization by enhancing integration services. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable communication between systems, utilizing modern integration patterns and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Shape user-centered services by leading design activities, conducting research, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance digital service delivery in complex environments. Drive innova...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by developing high-quality interactive applications across mobile, web, and audio platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to convey complex topics effectively to executive cus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $152K *

Transform optical coating design and production readiness by collaborating with customers and engineering teams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure successful product realization in a dynamic man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative engineering solutions as a technical leader. Oversee project activities, ensure quality standards, and develop strong teams, while managing complex tasks in a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow as a technical leader by overseeing design activities, ensuring compliance, and driving project success. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and mentor junior eng...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive technical excellence and project success as you lead design activities, ensuring high-quality deliverables while mentoring peers and collaborating across teams for impactful engineering solution...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by designing and operating high-performance computing infrastructure for EDA workloads across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing storage solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $174K *

Drive quality excellence by building a robust quality function from the ground up, leading NADCAP certification efforts, and shaping strategy while fostering a culture of quality across multiple manuf...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project operations from preconstruction through closeout. Manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractors while ensuring quality delivery and effective client communication...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative project management expertise to lead complex healthcare and civic projects, ensuring cohesive team collaboration and successful client engagement from concept to completion...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Help us enhance manufacturing processes through innovative simulations, equipment selection, and quality assurance. Collaborate across teams to optimize efficiency and adopt new technologies in assemb...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by transforming embedded systems engineering through AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize low-level software, enhance model training, and drive innovative soluti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join our team to leverage your embedded systems expertise in enhancing AI models. You'll tackle complex engineering challenges, optimize systems, and drive initiatives that transform software methodol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading hardware installations and configurations for advanced IT operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and maintain critical systems, ensuring optimal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Architect and implement AI-driven R&D operational processes to enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and automate workflows. Collaborate with teams to streamline coordination and reduce operational o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality multi-family construction projects. Lead onsite operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure safety and efficiency while fostering a collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting trustworthy automation experiences, where you'll own every aspect of user interaction from design through implementation, impacting the protection of user iden...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the evolution of CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments to enhance software delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure stability, security, and efficiency in application environments while i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing software delivery through automation and collaboration. You'll enhance CI/CD pipelines, manage cloud infrastructure, and ensure the security and reliability...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing global engineering standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and risk mitigation while driving strategic initiatives acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.