Cloud Operations Manager Jobs

Explore Cloud Operations Manager opportunities with organizations that rely on secure, reliable, and efficient cloud environments. These leaders oversee cloud infrastructure and day-to-day operations, guide technical teams, and help businesses scale services while managing performance, risk, and cost. Browse vetted professional openings on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Cloud Operations Manager Do?

Cloud Operations Managers lead the teams and processes responsible for running cloud platforms and services. Responsibilities may include overseeing cloud infrastructure, availability, incident response, capacity planning, configuration management, and service-level objectives. They often collaborate with engineering, security, finance, and business leaders to align cloud operations with organizational goals.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, alongside knowledge of networking, Linux, automation, monitoring, and infrastructure as code. Leadership, clear communication, vendor management, and the ability to prioritize reliability, security, and cost efficiency are also valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer and role.

Career Opportunities in Cloud Operations

Cloud Operations Managers work across industries, from technology and financial services to healthcare and retail. Depending on an organization’s structure, related titles may include Cloud Infrastructure Manager, Cloud Platform Operations Manager, IT Operations Manager, or Site Reliability Engineering Manager. These roles can offer opportunities to shape cloud strategy and advance into senior technology leadership.

Find Cloud Operations Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for details about responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation, and discover Cloud Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$95K - $105K *

Contribute to the development and support of advanced missile systems as a systems engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the capabilities of critical defense technologies while...

Pittsfield, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $135K *

Drive your career forward by leading systems engineering for a cloud-based enterprise system. Engage in architecture development, integration, and modernization efforts while ensuring security and ope...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...

Savannah, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by supporting managed services infrastructure, ensuring seamless incident response, systems administration, and network troubleshooting while collaborating with internal t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Optimize real-time automation solutions across manufacturing and enterprise levels. Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and enhance systems using diverse programming and design to...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $238K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of spacecraft systems engineering. Leverage your expertise to lead cross-functional teams in developing complex spacecraft designs, ensuring compliance, and drivi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $129K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Agile team to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality products while mentor...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by architecting and enhancing next-gen research platforms, driving automation and reliability to provide researchers with cutting-edge tools. Collaborate in a dynamic environment brid...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical Command & Control solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and create innovative architectures that meet diverse...

Colorado, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Champion advanced IT infrastructure solutions by providing Tier 3 engineering and support. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft technologies to resolve complex issues, enhance system performance, and...

Washington DC, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $210K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving technical risk analysis and supporting mission-critical systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $102K *

Elevate network performance by deploying and optimizing voice solutions, ensuring 99.999% uptime. Collaborate on network planning and security, while providing expert support and documentation for com...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of advanced nuclear energy systems by applying systems engineering methods to translate objectives into clear, verifiable requirements and solutions, while collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform business workflows by developing and maintaining applications that enhance productivity and information sharing across teams. Collaborate with IT and business units to deliver innovative sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining avionics systems engineering by translating customer needs into innovative architectures and requirements. Collaborate across domains to deliver high-quality solutions in...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to the development and integration of mission-critical systems, applying systems engineering principles to ensure high reliability and security. Collaborate across teams to support the enti...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the technical health of a claims platform by enhancing applications, ensuring system stability, and bridging engineering with business needs. This hybrid role combines hands-on development with s...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop a next-gen AI platform, focusing on intelligent agent frameworks and modern web applications. Collaborate across the full stack to enhance decision-making wor...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Mid Systems Engineer, contributing to the full lifecycle of systems engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges and ens...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Cloud Operations Manager oversees the teams, platforms, and processes that keep an organization’s cloud services reliable, secure, and efficient. The role may include infrastructure management, incident response, performance monitoring, capacity planning, and cost optimization.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Cloud Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek cloud platform experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; knowledge of networking, automation, monitoring, and infrastructure as code; and demonstrated team leadership. Some positions may also require a degree or relevant certifications.

  • How much do Cloud Operations Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for current salary information.

  • What job titles are related to Cloud Operations Manager?question toggle

    Related titles may include Cloud Infrastructure Manager, Cloud Platform Operations Manager, IT Operations Manager, Cloud Engineering Manager, and Site Reliability Engineering Manager. Titles and responsibilities differ by employer.

  • Where can I find Cloud Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Cloud Operations Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary, qualifications, location, and role details.