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AWS Developer Associate (DVA-C02)

DVA-C02 salary

What people holding this certification commonly earn, the roles it supports, and how it compares with related certifications.

Typical annual pay$120K–$155KDirectional range from public salary sources

A range, not a promise. Individual pay depends on the factors below.

What changes the number

Role

The same certification pays differently for an analyst, an engineer and a manager.

Location

Pay varies widely between countries and between cities in the same country.

Experience

Certifications add the most on top of hands-on work you can show.

Employer and industry

Large firms and regulated industries often pay more for certified staff.

Roles that use DVA-C02

AWS DeveloperCloud DeveloperBackend Software EngineerPlatform EngineerDevOps Engineer

Salary compared with other Cloud Computing certifications

CertificationLevelTypical salary
AWS Developer Associate (DVA-C02)Intermediate$120K–$155K
AWS Cloud PractitionerBeginner$90K–$115K
CCA-V - Citrix Certified Associate - VirtualizationBeginner$75K–$100K
Dell Technologies Certified Associate - Cloud InfrastructureBeginner$75K–$100K
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)Beginner$85K–$105K
Salesforce Certified AdministratorBeginner$75K–$100K
AWS Solutions Architect AssociateIntermediate$130K–$165K
AWS SysOps Administrator AssociateIntermediate$105K–$145K
AWS SysOps Administrator Associate (SOA-C02)Intermediate$115K–$150K
Google Cloud Associate Cloud EngineerIntermediate$115K–$150K

DVA-C02 salary questions

How much do DVA-C02 certified professionals earn?

Reported pay for DVA-C02 holders is commonly in the $120K–$155K range. Your own pay depends on role, location, employer and total experience.

Which jobs use DVA-C02?

Common roles include AWS Developer, Cloud Developer, Backend Software Engineer, Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer.

Will DVA-C02 guarantee a pay rise?

No certification guarantees a raise. It tends to help most when you are applying for a new role or a promotion, alongside real experience you can show.