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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$150K - $180K *

Optimize application experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing innovative user interfaces, and architecting scalable systems while mentoring peers and driving technical in...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $220K *

Engineer robust Kubernetes orchestration strategies across cloud and on-prem environments, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex deployment challenges and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of safety-critical avionics software, focusing on modular flight display systems. Collaborate in an agile environment, utilizing C and Python to enhance reliability and situation...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as an Operations Engineer, driving MES enhancements and optimizing manufacturing processes. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality and reliability while fostering a cultu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $150K *

Oversee the implementation and maintenance of robust network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and optimize systems while...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $180K *

Drive system stability and performance by optimizing software integration processes, ensuring maximum uptime for critical systems, and enhancing Multi-Domain Command and Control capabilities through i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion innovative solutions in systems engineering, driving technical integrity and quality across critical national security programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance performance and deli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $285K *

Pioneer innovative solutions for U.S. Air Force missions by leading cross-functional teams to develop integrated system architectures that meet evolving operational needs and drive technical strategy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $178K *

Lead the charge in managing and executing complex system integration projects, ensuring technical specifications and customer requirements are met while navigating cost and schedule constraints. Drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $123K *

Transform manufacturing processes and enhance production excellence in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement improvements for EO/IR imagi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $239K *

Lead multidisciplinary systems engineering efforts by enforcing best practices, guiding team development, and managing requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and del...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex system engineering challenges by integrating advanced IT solutions and developing enterprise architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational capabilities meet mission...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Champion the integration of space operations systems by providing expertise in requirements development, systems design, and tactical analysis, ensuring streamlined delivery and operational excellence...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$188K - $235K *

Join a team that's defining the future of data center architecture. Lead evaluations of next-generation technologies and integrate diverse engineering domains, guiding innovations from pilot to hypers...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $171K *

Help us transform mission planning solutions as a Principal Systems Engineer, driving Agile development and engineering analysis to create innovative capabilities and ensure compliance with standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space systems engineering. Contribute to the development, integration, and verification of cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with diverse teams to...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $226K *

Unlock potential by leading complex MBSE and DE projects, enhancing systems engineering practices across diverse space and defense programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $226K *

Empower your career by leading complex MBSE and DE projects, enhancing systems engineering practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure mission success in space an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $149K *

Accelerate your career by joining our Engineering team to support innovative projects in fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Unlock potential by joining our Engineering team to support diverse projects in fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn and contribute...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $149K *

Engage in innovative engineering solutions across hybrid platforms, supporting fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn and contribute t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Drive software innovation by developing GUIs, embedded software, and lab infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance systems and optimize workflows while shaping a dynamic engineering environm...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Champion the integration of IT systems and lead a dynamic team focused on technical planning and analysis. Your leadership will ensure the effective recruitment, training, and performance management o...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $140K *

Take ownership of engineering projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery while leading cross-functional teams and liaising with various departments to meet customer specifications...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize advanced systems for life science applications, ensuring efficient workflow from concept to delivery and enhancing automation p...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.