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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as an Implementation Engineer, leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions, deliver impa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

Transform Technology operations by designing and implementing automation solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and support continuous improvement across various teams and projects...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer secure cloud solutions by leveraging your DevSecOps expertise to enhance computing architecture and brokerage services, ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks while mentoring teams and drivin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Lead and enhance automation projects to optimize safety, efficiency, and quality across manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements from design through implementation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $145K *

Collaborate with internal teams to design and build automation solutions for compliance. Engineer robust pipelines, enhance AI workflow integrity, and ensure the reliability of evidence management sys...

Bellevue, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $145K *

Transform the future of compliance automation by engineering robust data pipelines and AI workflows that enhance trust and efficiency in internal platforms, ensuring high-quality output for audits and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive optimal component selection and standardization in new designs, ensuring alignment with Parts Management Plans. Manage obsolescence and counterfeit issues while enhancing procurement processes a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance engineering capabilities across multiple companies. Collaborate closely with small teams to drive rapid feature delivery, streamline processes, and foster a culture of c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate engineering excellence by collaborating with teams to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and implement effective solutions across multiple companies, ensuring sustainable growth an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock operational excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective processes, drive consistency, and enhance data-driven decision-making across the organizat...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Support automation and controls for plasmid manufacturing, ensuring reliable operations and compliance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and optimize systems, enhancing production efficiency and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $110K *

Lead the design and development of innovative industrial process systems, guiding projects from concept to deployment. Collaborate across disciplines to solve complex challenges and enhance design qua...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI infrastructure. As a Production Engineer II, you'll tackle real-world challenges in a dynamic environment, ensuring the reliability of critical systems whil...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Unlock potential by driving reliability in a multi-billion dollar AI cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance production systems, automate processes, and ensure optimal perfo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $184K *

Engineer and elevate our core product by developing innovative features, tools, and infrastructure while collaborating closely with a dedicated team to maintain high-quality standards and drive techni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI by designing foundational systems for enterprise data integration. Lead in building innovative pipelines and automation tools to streamline workflows and enhance processing capa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $151K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative hardware solutions for industrial applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop next-gen sensing technologies, ensuring product quality and re...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Champion AI-driven transformation by delivering tailored solutions that enhance customer experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize AI strategies, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust integration architectures across diverse data sources, ensuring seamless connectivity and reliability for supply chain operations while enhancing s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experiences by building innovative AI-driven tools and environments. Empower engineers with scalable and reliable systems to deliver high-quality code efficient...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by conducting critical technical assignments to ensure quality and compliance in electronic components management while collaborating across engineering disciplines to support prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in hardware engineering for next-gen sensing solutions. Collaborate across functions to deliver quality products, ensuring reliability and compliance while utiliz...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Create innovative hardware solutions by leveraging your expertise in analog and digital circuit design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development and ensure quality in next...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative product design and development, translating market needs into manufacturable solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and functionality from concept to production in a fa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $195K *

Shape the future of flight avionics reliability by leading cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and performance across the product lifecycle for human-rated space stations...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.