Explore Cloud Software Engineer Jobs

Cloud Software Engineers build and maintain the software, platforms, and services that run on cloud infrastructure. They design scalable applications, automate deployments, improve reliability, and help organizations use cloud technologies securely and efficiently. Explore vetted Cloud Software Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Cloud Software Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by company and seniority, but often include developing cloud-native applications, designing APIs and distributed systems, building infrastructure-as-code, and integrating services across cloud environments. Engineers may also optimize performance and cost, troubleshoot production issues, strengthen security, and collaborate with product, infrastructure, and data teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with a major cloud platform such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, along with programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or TypeScript. Familiarity with containers, Kubernetes, CI/CD, databases, networking, observability, and security practices can also be valuable. Many roles expect a background in software engineering and the ability to deliver reliable systems at scale.

Career Opportunities

Cloud Software Engineers work across technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and other industries. Related paths include cloud architect, platform engineer, site reliability engineer, DevOps engineer, and engineering manager. Responsibilities and requirements differ across employers, so review each listing for details about the team, technology stack, and experience level.

Find Cloud Software Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Cloud Software Engineer job listings to compare roles, identify positions aligned with your experience, and take your next career step.

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$207K - $300K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing advanced computer systems, collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges, and mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $270K *

Partner with us to design and deploy innovative DevOps solutions. You'll integrate and automate complex systems while ensuring their performance across diverse environments, driving continuous improve...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $202K *

Lead the charge in architecting and integrating complex systems for a scalable retail platform. Drive multi-quarter projects, collaborate across teams, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$183K - $206K *

Transform AI observability by developing end-to-end capabilities, architecting data models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user workflows and insights into agent performance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $250K *

Champion the development of scalable backend systems and APIs, driving product innovation and engineering excellence while ensuring high code quality and security across platforms...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Execute complex cloud and data center implementations, ensuring technical ownership from kickoff to successful customer handoff. Collaborate with teams to assess readiness, manage risks, and deliver a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $241K *

Optimize core infrastructure for firmware teams through automation and robust tooling. Collaborate with engineers to enhance efficiency across development processes. Engage in problem-solving to eleva...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that designs and delivers innovative cloud solutions for clients. Leverage your expertise in Google Cloud technologies to lead enterprise transformations, ensuring scalable, secure archite...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining data storage solutions by enhancing the performance, durability, and scalability of our object storage systems. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation and improve s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Engineer scalable cloud-native microservices, lead Kubernetes strategies, and drive CI/CD pipeline design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud security and mentor engineers, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $321K *

Take ownership of innovative infrastructure solutions that enhance platform stability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to optimize AWS environments and automate processes, ensuring seamless dep...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $211K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable data models and pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and reliability while managing a portfolio of data products...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $211K *

Join a team that's transforming data infrastructure by designing and implementing high-performance data models and pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to me...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $211K *

Help us scale our data infrastructure by designing and implementing high-performance data models and pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$162K - $216K *

Drive the design and maintenance of a robust data streaming architecture, managing near real-time data solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize data strategies that align with organiz...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $96K *

Engineer innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in Java, AWS, and microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality applications while ensuring robust security...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by supporting cloud development for data analysis, implementing integrated systems and processes to optimize large-volume data processing while ensuring compliance and security in a f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data solutions, optimizing performance, and establishing best practices in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation in data engineering to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $308K *

Drive the evolution of scalable systems as a technical leader, tackling complex challenges and enhancing the Veza Access Graph. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative identity and access manag...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native platform on AWS, designing APIs and event-driven services. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer experiences while ensuring reliability and accessibility fo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $240K *

Join us to lead the design and development of a cutting-edge Data Services platform. Leverage your expertise in data governance and software engineering to drive architecture, enhance data management...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing our CI/CD ecosystem, bridging legacy systems with Azure cloud solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance deployment infrastructure and ensure scalable, secure enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Drive the evolution of security systems by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop AI/ML solutions that enhance security across critical domains, ensuring innovation while maintaining rob...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Design and drive innovative AWS cloud solutions, leading architecture and migration efforts while ensuring security and governance for enterprise environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to impleme...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Software Engineer do?question toggle

    A Cloud Software Engineer develops and supports software and services that use cloud infrastructure. The work may include building cloud-native applications, designing distributed systems, automating deployments, and improving reliability, security, and performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for Cloud Software Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include programming, cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and knowledge of APIs, databases, networking, containers, CI/CD, and security. Requirements vary by employer and role.

  • Which cloud platforms do Cloud Software Engineers work with?question toggle

    Many roles use Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. Some organizations also use private cloud, hybrid cloud, or multiple providers.

  • What jobs are related to Cloud Software Engineer roles?question toggle

    Related roles include cloud architect, platform engineer, site reliability engineer, DevOps engineer, backend software engineer, and cloud infrastructure engineer.

  • Are Cloud Software Engineer jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Cloud Software Engineer opportunities. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, responsibilities, and employer.