Microsoft employees working as Build Engineer in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 4 ratings. This is in line with the average of Build Engineer professionals at Microsoft worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Build Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $72,485 per year (estimate) and goes up to $181,512 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Build Engineer at Microsoft is $146,188 per year or $70 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $215,123 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $120,186 (25th percentile) and $179,499 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 34 salaries submitted by Microsoft Build Engineer professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Build Engineer professionals typically earn between $58 and $86 per hour.
Build Engineer professionals typically earn between $10,015 and $14,958 monthly.
