Build and Release Engineer

Build and Release Engineer

Full-Time

Hybrid – United States

Job Title

Build and Release Engineer

Experience

3–9 Years

Job Locations

New York, NY; Seattle, WA; Dallas, TX

Country

United States

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Mode

Hybrid

Salary Range

$100,000 – $165,000 per year

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Build and Release Engineer to manage, automate, and optimize software build, deployment, and release processes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Linux environments, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.

The candidate will collaborate with development, DevOps, and operations teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and efficient software delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated build and release pipelines.
• Manage CI/CD workflows for continuous integration and deployment.
• Configure and maintain Linux-based development and production environments.
• Build and manage containerized applications using Docker.
• Deploy and manage applications using Kubernetes.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform.
• Monitor application performance and deployment reliability.
• Troubleshoot build failures, deployment issues, and production incidents.
• Implement release management and version control processes.
• Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to improve deployment efficiency.
• Maintain build documentation and automation standards.

Top 4 Must-Have Skills

• Linux Administration
• Docker & Kubernetes
• CI/CD Pipeline Automation
• Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)

Experience Requirements

• 3–9 years of experience in Build Engineering, Release Engineering, or DevOps.
• Hands-on experience managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of Linux systems and containerization.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes deployments.
• Knowledge of infrastructure automation using Terraform.
• Understanding of software release management and troubleshooting.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant DevOps and cloud certifications are preferred.

Salary & Benefits

Experience

Estimated Annual Salary

3–4 Years

$100,000–$115,000

4–6 Years

$115,000–$140,000

6–9 Years

$140,000–$165,000

Additional Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Performance-based bonuses (where applicable).
• Hybrid working flexibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.

Job Details

• Country: United States
• Locations: New York, NY; Seattle, WA; Dallas, TX
• Experience: 3–9 Years
• Salary: $100,000–$165,000 per year
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Mode: Hybrid

Salary figures are indicative US market estimates and may vary based on experience, qualifications, employer, and location.