{"id":91032,"date":"2023-09-19T03:14:16","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T08:44:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/?p=91032"},"modified":"2024-07-25T11:09:43","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T05:39:43","slug":"aws-certified-developer-salary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/","title":{"rendered":"AWS Certified Developer Salary in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS has garnered the trust of <strong>over 1 million companies,<\/strong> spanning from startups to major corporations. Notable industry giants such as Adobe, Netflix, Twitch, LinkedIn, Facebook, Samsung, Airbnb, Slack, Reddit, Pinterest, and Spotify are among its esteemed clientele. Given this impressive clientele, it is reasonable to infer that AWS developers responsible for designing, maintaining, and managing cloud infrastructure will continue to be in high demand within the market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But how much can you make in a year as an <strong>AWS Certified Developer in 2024?<\/strong> What does the salary and job outlook look like? What type of skills are these jobs demanding? This blog will give you a complete overview of the salary for an AWS-certified developer in 2024. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But first, let\u2019s look at who is an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-developer-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS C<\/a><\/span><\/em><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-developer-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ertified D<\/a><\/span><\/em><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/aws-developer-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eveloper Associate<\/a>\u2014it&#8217;s time to dig in.\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-89089 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0.png\" alt=\"AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0.png 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/AWS-Certified-Developer-Associate_badge.5c083fa855fe82c1cf2d0c8b883c265ec72a17c0-96x96.png 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ea7e02;color:#ea7e02\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#What_factors_affect_the_salary_for_an_AWS_Certified_Developer_in_2024\" >What factors affect the salary for an AWS Certified Developer in 2024?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Job_Outlook_for_AWS_Certified_Developers\" >Job Outlook for AWS Certified Developers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Salary_for_an_AWS_Certified_Developer_in_2024\" >Salary for an AWS Certified Developer in 2024<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#American_region\" >American region<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Europe\" >Europe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#APAC\" >APAC\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Top_Companies_looking_for_AWS-Certified_Developers\" >Top Companies looking for AWS-Certified Developers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Kickstarting_as_an_AWS-Certified_Developer\" >Kickstarting as an AWS-Certified Developer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-salary\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_an_AWS_Certified_Developer\"><\/span><strong>Who is an AWS Certified Developer?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/aws.amazon.com\/certification\/certified-developer-associate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">AWS Certified Developer \u2013 Associate certification<\/a> demonstrates proficiency in developing, deploying, and troubleshooting cloud-based applications on the AWS platform. It also signifies a firm grasp of essential AWS services, their applications, and fundamental best practices in AWS architecture. Those who have successfully prepared for and obtained this certification gain increased confidence and credibility. Organizations with AWS Certified developers can be confident in having the right talent to gain a competitive edge and ensure stakeholder and customer satisfaction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an AWS-certified developer, you will be expected to possess skills like:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create architectural designs like distributed systems, microservices, and database schemas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establish and manage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/ci-cd-pipelines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CI\/CD pipelines.<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oversee IAM user and group administration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handle server and operating system administration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan AWS networking infrastructure, including Amazon VPC and AWS Direct Connect.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from this, you must have an understanding of:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At least one high-level programming language<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Application lifecycle management.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to develop cloud-native applications and write code<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating functional applications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Developing and securing applications using AWS service APIs, the AWS CLI, and SDKs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up CI\/CD pipelines for deploying applications on AWS<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_market_size_of_AWS_Certified_Developers\"><\/span><strong>The market size of AWS Certified Developers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the ongoing wave of digitalization and the exponential growth of data, cloud computing has surged in importance on the global business stage. The current market revenue is $429.5 billion, projected to soar to $1.25 trillion by 2028. Among the prominent players in cloud computing, Amazon Web Services (AWS) reigns supreme, commanding a significant 33% market share and hosting over 1,800,000 websites.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This remarkable expansion of the AWS platform underscores the increasing demand for proficient professionals. In the United States alone, there are approximately 300,000 job openings. To illustrate, LinkedIn boasts 140,000 job listings, ZipRecruiter offers 130,000, and Indeed presents 82,500 opportunities. However, the question remains: Are there enough AWS developers to meet this demand?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amazon reports 650,000 individuals hold associate, professional, or specialty AWS certifications. Meanwhile, according to Stack Overflow, more than 50% of professional developers currently utilize this cloud platform, with roughly 60% of respondents expressing intentions to begin working with it in the coming year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_factors_affect_the_salary_for_an_AWS_Certified_Developer_in_2024\"><\/span><strong>What factors affect the salary for an AWS Certified Developer in 2024?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several factors influence your AWS-certified developer salary. Numerous companies in various states and cities seek AWS professionals with expertise in various domains. However, your AWS certification salary may vary based on your experience, geographical location, and employer. Let\u2019s have a look at these factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>1. AWS Certification Specialization<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An AWS certification is a substantial achievement characterized by a rigorous examination process. However, this certification confers significant advantages in the highly competitive IT job market. Firstly, it dramatically enhances job prospects since AWS certification is widely recognized as a robust qualification in cloud computing. Secondly, certified professionals enjoy significantly higher annual salaries than their non-certified peers. There are four categories, totaling 12 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certification-for-developers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS certifications<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Foundational Certification: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This certification imparts fundamental cloud computing knowledge, covering AWS services, databases, architectural concepts, content delivery, and security. The AWS Foundational Certificate is an ideal starting point for those looking to expand their cloud expertise with Associate-level or AWS Certification Specialty credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Associate Certifications: AWS Developer<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After mastering the basics of AWS cloud fundamentals, IT professionals can embark on their career journey by choosing one of the three associate-level certifications. Each of these certifications focuses on distinct aspects of cloud-related skills. The Developer course is tailored for those inclined towards application development on the AWS platform. This cert opens up new career opportunities and serves as a valuable addition to existing roles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Professional Certifications: AWS DevOps Engineer<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These certifications represent advanced AWS expertise, demanding substantial experience and in-depth knowledge of cloud computing processes. Professionals holding a professional-level certificate are relatively scarce in the job market due to the rigorous exams assessing candidates on their expertise, cognitive abilities, memory, and capacity to handle complex tasks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Specialty Certifications: AWS Certified Database, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, AWS Certified Security<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Speciality Certifications are ideal for those aiming to broaden their professional horizons or specialize in specific domains. Each certification evaluates proficiency in highly specialized areas such as networking, database management, machine learning, data analytics, and security.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Desired Skills &amp; Knowledge<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interviewing AWS experts can be demanding, as each candidate brings their unique skill set and knowledge, necessitating specific assessments. Let&#8217;s explore the three vital components of expertise essential for the most sought-after role.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Technical Proficiency<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your ideal candidate should possess a strong background in architecture applications, networking, and security. They should also have a fundamental understanding of programming languages like Java, Python, or C#. Proficiency in developing and managing workloads on the AWS platform is crucial, along with staying updated on the latest trends and best practices in AWS. It&#8217;s not uncommon for such professionals to hold a bachelor&#8217;s degree in computer science, providing a solid foundation for enhancing their expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Soft Skills<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an AWS-certified developer, analytical thinking is paramount. They must be able to swiftly and effectively analyze data and devise creative solutions to intricate problems. This role entails leadership responsibilities, as Cloud Architects frequently lead teams and projects. Your ideal candidate should also excel in teamwork and time management and commit to lifelong learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Business Acumen<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Cloud Solutions Architects shoulder not only technical responsibilities but also business imperatives. They must be skilled decision-makers, capable of selecting powerful yet cost-effective technologies for each project. Effective communication is a must, as they need to keep stakeholders informed about development progress and product costs. Furthermore, establishing common ground with clients is a daily task.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Also Read :\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation Guide for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-developer-associate-exam-preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS Developer Associate Certification DVA-C02<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Job_Outlook_for_AWS_Certified_Developers\"><\/span><strong>Job Outlook for AWS Certified Developers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-91049\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp.webp\" alt=\"job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers\" width=\"1563\" height=\"1042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp.webp 1563w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/job-roles-for-aws-certified-developers_webp-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1563px) 100vw, 1563px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The job outlook for AWS Certified Developers is exceptionally promising and shows no signs of slowing down. The demand for AWS expertise remains consistently high, with a continually improving landscape. Indeed.com lists over 70,000 full-time job openings seeking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-associate-exam-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS Certified Developers<\/a> as evidence of this robust demand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The generous compensation it offers is particularly enticing for those in this field. On average, Cloud Developers with AWS certifications earn a substantial salary of $132,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS-certified developers can anticipate diverse career opportunities, competitive salaries, and enticing benefits packages. One notable advantage of holding this certification is the ability to craft innovative AWS-based applications that garner peer and colleague recognition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among the various job roles available to AWS Certified Developers are the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Developer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud DevOps Engineer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Network Engineer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Consultant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Architect<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Systems Administrator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Security Engineer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud Data Architect<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, you will discover numerous job opportunities for AWS-certified professionals on the leading job portals in various countries.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn: This field has over 54,000 job listings, with new ones continuously posted.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indeed: On Indeed, you can find more than 14,000 job openings from diverse companies actively seeking AWS professionals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_for_an_AWS_Certified_Developer_in_2024\"><\/span><strong>Salary for an AWS Certified Developer in 2024<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an AWS-certified developer, you can expect an average salary package of $122,799. However, this figure can vary based on your experience and geographical location. For newcomers to the field, the average starting salary typically hovers around $97,000 per annum. As you accumulate more experience in this domain, your annual salary can increase to approximately $151,843, as reported by ZipRecruiter.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, location plays a crucial role in determining the salary of AWS-certified developers. AWS professionals can secure higher salaries in several countries worldwide. Therefore, it becomes important for you to make a thoughtful choice when selecting your work location. Here\u2019s a quick view of what the salary of an AWS-certified developer looks like.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"American_region\"><\/span><strong>American region<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gross annual income, USD<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<td><b>North America<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>South America<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$90,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$35,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Developer \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $107,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $53,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$132,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$72,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS DevOps Engineer \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $95,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$61,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$121,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $64,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified SysOps Administrator \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $92,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$49,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Europe\"><\/span><strong>Europe<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table style=\"font-size: 16px; font-style: normal;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gross annual income, USD<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<td><b>Western &amp; Nordic Europe<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Eastern Europe<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$70,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$60,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Developer \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $80,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$72,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $117,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $108,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS DevOps Engineer \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $73,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $65,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$110,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $85,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified SysOps Administrator \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$68,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> $63,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"APAC\"><\/span><strong>APAC\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gross annual income, USD<\/span><\/i><\/td>\n<td><b>Eastern &amp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Southern Asia<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Middle East<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Africa<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$62,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$60,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$58,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Developer \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$67,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$65,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$63,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$90,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$107,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$93,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS DevOps Engineer \u2013 Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$77,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$85,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$68,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$80,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$80,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$75,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified SysOps Administrator \u2013 Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$70,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$62,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$50,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_Companies_looking_for_AWS-Certified_Developers\"><\/span><strong>Top Companies looking for AWS-Certified Developers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Achieving AWS Certification substantially enhances an IT professional&#8217;s prospects of securing a higher-paying job. Regardless of your global location, major corporations consistently seek out AWS professionals. Your AWS certification salary range can vary based on your experience and background. Here are some noteworthy companies actively seeking AWS professionals:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IBM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindtree<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TATA Consultancy Services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accenture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpetro Technologies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your specific role within the AWS domain and your experience level, you can command a salary package of up to $173,000. However, AWS professionals&#8217; average salary is $125,000 annually.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kickstarting_as_an_AWS-Certified_Developer\"><\/span><strong>Kickstarting as an AWS-Certified Developer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certification courses are always the best way to kickstart your career in the cloud computing field. If you are new to AWS and want to begin your journey as an AWS developer, consider qualifying for the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AWS Certified Developer Associate (DVA-C02) Exam<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This exam confirms your expertise in developing, deploying, and troubleshooting cloud-based applications on AWS, along with fundamental AWS architectural best practices. By passing this exam, you can excel in essential AWS development skills, enabling you to create and launch cloud-based applications and execute cloud initiatives effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ast-oembed-container \" style=\"height: 100%;\"><iframe title=\"NEW UPDATE on AWS Certified Developer Associate Certification - January 2023 | Whizlabs #shorts\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JlutxdVZmPI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I hope this blog helps you find the answer to the salary for an AWS-certified developer in 2023. We have also discussed the job outlook, factors that affect the salary of an AWS Certified Developer, and why certification courses like DVA-C02 exams are the best way to upgrade your AWS career and get dva-c02 jobs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need authentic resources and updated materials to pass the AWS Certified Developer Associate exam. Whizlabs brings you full-length mock exams, exclusive practice questions with exhaustive explanations, 85+ AWS <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/library\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hands-on labs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, video lectures designed by industry experts, an AWS <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/labs\/sandbox\/aws\/aws-sandbox\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sandbox<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whizlabs.com\/blog\/aws-certified-developer-associate-prep-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DVA-C02 exam questions<\/a> as well. Want to know more about the scope and opportunities of an AWS-certified developer and related training programs? 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