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 *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure by leading the design, automation, and deployment of scalable systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance mission-critical applications and driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $266K *

Unlock powerful app experiences by optimizing native runtime performance for connected TVs. Leverage modern C++ and Rust in a hands-on role, collaborating with a small team to enhance speed and effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $185K *

Optimize cloud solutions by leveraging your expertise in AWS and DevSecOps. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and security for government missions, ensuring high-quality service...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $185K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud technology, driving innovative solutions for government missions. Join a dynamic team to enhance operational efficiency and security through expert cloud...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving technical excellence and customer integration through expert application support, project collaboration, and innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you assist in managing diverse civil engineering projects. Support project planning, documentation, and client communication while ensuring quality standards are met. Embrace me...

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$160K - $190K *

Lead innovative AI-driven design solutions and methodologies for scalable IP and SoC development, enhancing engineering productivity and best practices across global teams while mentoring engineers an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Architect innovative .NET solutions, guiding teams and defining technical strategy. Transform architecture for scalability and security while optimizing performance in dynamic environments, ensuring a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing diverse healthcare construction projects. Lead teams, ensure quality, and drive successful outcomes in a dynamic environment where your organizational skills and proble...

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

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing healthcare construction projects. Lead from pre-construction to closeout, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering collaboration a...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing legacy processes through application development, guiding organizational integration while leveraging 10+ years of technical expertise and mentoring teams in engineering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Engineer advanced knowledge systems by extracting and reasoning over data sources, enabling AI agents to deliver precise answers. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability, performance, and data...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $387K *

Optimize the user search experience by developing advanced search systems combining information retrieval and machine learning frameworks. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance product quality an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $125K *

Transform packaging solutions from concept to production, ensuring every package meets customer needs and regulatory standards. Lead a team, manage suppliers globally, and drive cost-effective innovat...

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

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering with AI tools, leading a pod of skilled engineers to drive technical decisions and enhance feature delivery. You'll manage performance, hiring, and execution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $340K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Staff Software Engineer, leading the design of robust AI infrastructure systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative software solutions. As a full-stack developer, you'll design, build, and maintain applications while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform IT infrastructure by developing CI/CD pipelines and observability solutions, ensuring security and compliance standards in cloud environments while collaborating with diverse teams for optim...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $102K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project execution by managing onsite activities, coordinating materials, and ensuring cost control while mentoring junior associates to foster a collaborative environment in a full-time role...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence in projects. You will oversee onsite activities, manage trade coordination, and ensure project execution while mentoring junior associate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.