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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$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage capital projects up to $2M, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the design, installation, and qualification of biopharmaceutical process equipment and facilities while coordinating c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $206K *

Unlock potential by designing next-gen caching solutions for high-scale, performance-critical services. Join a dynamic team addressing complex challenges while enhancing system reliability and efficie...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative building envelope solutions by leading assessments, designs, and project execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and mentor junior staff...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional initiatives that shape the technical vision for large-scale product systems. Collaborate with engineering, legal, and policy teams to ensure compliance...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to deliver expert guidance on software for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with development and sales teams, providing training and solutions to enhance product integration and cu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and platform capabilities to enhance developer productivity and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Design and implement tooling processes for new vehicle programs, collaborating with various departments to enhance performance and quality in General Assembly. Drive initiatives in workplace organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, owning end-to-end data systems and driving platform modernization. You'll improve data reliability and work closely with cross-functio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $200K *

Drive the technical vision for large-scale product systems, ensuring privacy compliance while enhancing engineering excellence. Collaborate across teams to solve complex challenges and mentor engineer...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of privacy engineering by driving technical vision and standards across large-scale systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges while ensuring complia...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $181K *

Shape electrical facility designs by translating engineering needs into actionable plans. Collaborate with architects and contractors to ensure seamless execution from concept to construction, while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by leading advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and drive innovative solutions while managing multiple priori...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our team as we enhance DevOps capabilities across on-premise and AWS environments. Collaborate to automate processes, improve developer experience, and maintain robust, secure engineering platfor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $195K *

Drive the development of the Hypori app for Windows while enhancing iOS and Android functionalities. Collaborate in an agile environment, focusing on secure software practices, troubleshooting, and de...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $195K *

Champion innovative desktop application development by collaborating in an agile team to enhance the Hypori app for Windows, while supporting iOS and Android functionalities through effective coding...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate to develop end-to-end product experiences for high-stakes financial processes, tackling complex challenges in usability, architecture, and engineering excellence while making a direct impa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $120K *

Unlock potential by developing and enhancing complex software systems. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, debug software, and integrate solutions in a dynamic environment focused on innov...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic construction management role driving project success through effective scheduling, risk management, and team collaboration. Lead internal and external project teams whi...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Develop innovative automation solutions for control systems in power generation. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with specifications and enhance operational efficiency while providing te...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $195K *

Unlock potential by architecting advanced Python solutions for scalable AI integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance our agentic platform, ensuring safe, efficient access to data through sophis...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $190K *

Drive innovation in AI-native code validation, enhancing developer workflows through advanced program analysis, real-time feedback, and automated pull request management, while collaborating with engi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead and innovate as you design end-to-end infrastructure for AI products. Collaborate within a senior team to implement scalable, reliable, and secure solutions in AWS, impacting real-time decisionin...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and security of modern microservices applications. Collaborate with engineers and security teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions across diverse envi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

Optimize Shopify's checkout and post-purchase experiences by developing key features and tools. Collaborate with a small, autonomous team, tackling challenges across multiple systems with a focus on p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by leveraging your 5+ years of agile experience, managing complex relationships, and applying PM methodologies with a collaborative, consensus-building approach in a dynamic team...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.