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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$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

$150K - $180K *

Lead critical initiatives as a technical expert, driving scalable solutions and mentoring engineers while collaborating across teams to align architecture with business goals and ensure high-quality d...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven security solutions by architecting scalable, always-on platforms. Collaborate with engineers to modernize legacy systems and deliver cutting-edge tooling for en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Engineer scalable, always-on API platforms while modernizing legacy systems. Collaborate with leadership to deliver cutting-edge security tooling in an AI-native environment, ensuring robust solutions...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Develop and manage scalable AI infrastructure solutions, ensuring secure access to foundation models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and drive AI adoption whi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance deployment practices through containerization and automation. Provide systems engineering support, manage Docker lifecycles, and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Help us advance our DevOps capabilities by managing containerized applications, optimizing deployment practices, and providing systems engineering support to enhance team productivity and project succ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $275K *

Drive the evolution of cloud infrastructure for real-time streaming services, enhancing reliability and performance. Collaborate across teams to scale solutions and improve operational efficiency in a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $215K *

Join a dynamic cloud backend team to innovate API Gateway solutions, enhancing communication between microservices. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems to build scalable platforms that hand...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automated lab infrastructure. Lead the design and security of networking and computing systems, ensuring seamless integration of cloud and on-site environments...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform data solutions by leveraging your expertise in full stack development, API design, and data engineering. Collaborate with teams to build robust applications and optimize data pipelines, ensu...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative software solutions that simplify healthcare processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive impactful product initiatives from conception...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and optimizing applications in a dynamic Agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance warfighter readiness thr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $285K *

Lead the design and development of AI infrastructure that enhances developer experience. Collaborate with teams to integrate AI capabilities, ensuring quality and compliance while shaping the future o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$188K - $255K *

Champion the design and evolution of high-scale logging systems, tackling mission-critical challenges in both on-premise and cloud environments. Lead initiatives that enhance observability and optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee platform engineering for critical infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies while maintaining high service delivery standards and documentation f...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to design and operate scalable cloud infrastructure, enhancing reliability and performance for industry-leading observability solutions. Collaborate closely with engineers to suppo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $206K *

Explore new challenges by building automated network solutions that enhance scalability and reliability for internal applications, delivering impactful backend services using Python and Terraform in a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $152K *

Optimize cloud security by managing and securing high-availability AWS infrastructures. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and implement robust security measures for enterprise data managemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $174K *

Optimize the cloud infrastructure that drives innovative robotics solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance ML systems, automate workflows, and ensure reliable data processing for actionab...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.