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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$132K - $180K *

Drive impactful GTM systems strategy by optimizing processes and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engineering workflows, ensuring alignment and continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $244K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Design Engineer in nuclear facilities. Lead complex projects, enhance engineering processes, and drive technical excellence while collaborating with multidisc...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $235K *

Analyze deployment processes and enhance system reliability across government multi-site environments. Collaborate with diverse teams while troubleshooting, improving tooling, and mentoring to streaml...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing expert environmental consulting solutions for industrial clients across the U.S., focusing on permitting, compliance, and risk-reduction while nurturing client relationshi...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$153K - $213K *

Champion the development of a key platform, driving strategy, success metrics, and technical depth while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, guiding a cross-functional team of 4-7 engineers. Drive execution, foster growth, and ensure quality while collaborating closely with product management to d...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Reimagine security engineering leadership by guiding strategic initiatives across cloud and infrastructure security, enhancing detection engineering, and fostering collaboration to protect a multi-clo...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $166K *

Drive modernization efforts in America's airspace by ensuring accurate software installations and configurations for the FAA's Terminal Flight Data Manager program. Collaborate with teams to resolve t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to build and enhance security practices, ensuring robust protection of sensitive data. Collaborate across engineering to create secure frameworks, manage identities, and fortify cl...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $250K *

Help us build a high-performing infrastructure team that drives operational excellence and reliability. Lead a diverse group of engineers, manage budgets, and modernize technology while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and relationship development for a portfolio of EPE clients. Drive business development, uncover opportunities, and enhance client engagement to expand EPE’s footpr...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$193K - $309K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud security capabilities, leading hands-on initiatives and shaping strategic direction. Collaborate across engineering teams to secure AWS environments and mentor pee...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $163K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by developing and delivering robust solutions. Collaborate across departments to implement high-level architectures, ensuring seamless support for diverse workloads whil...

Sterling, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $118K *

Elevate the quality of software by designing automated testing frameworks and integrating AI tools for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth delivery of hig...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of software engineering by leading architectural decisions, driving product modernization, and enhancing operational excellence while mentoring others and foste...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and implementing innovative logistics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client operations and deliver value-drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $500K+*

Drive innovation by collaborating with hardware teams to enhance tools, evolve compilers, and improve developer experiences, ensuring efficient and effective hardware design processes...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $144K *

Collaborate to transform essential industries through IoT solutions, enhancing logistics, safety, and sustainability. Join a team where your technical expertise drives innovative results and strengthe...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock enterprise-wide cyber risk insights by conducting assessments, articulating risks in business terms, and collaborating with compliance to enhance cybersecurity governance and decision-making ac...

Richmond, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$185K - $273K *

Shape the future of cloud architecture by leading secure multi-cloud strategies, driving innovation with major cloud providers, and enhancing customer engagements through technical leadership and coll...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engineer and lead a high-performing team to develop smart contracts and backend systems for stablecoin issuance across EVM and non-EVM chains, ensuring efficiency, safety, and precision in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$228K - $423K *

Lead the charge in managing international sustainment programs, overseeing contracts and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional services for the MH-60R fleet while driving growth and customer s...

Owego, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic revenue growth by identifying and capturing new business opportunities in aerospace. Lead complex pursuits, develop executive relationships, and execute account strategies to enhance m...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Tackle the challenges of IT modernization by providing remote and on-site support for the Air National Guard's infrastructure, ensuring seamless deployment and maintenance across numerous installation...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.