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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$134K - $200K *

Drive innovation by designing self-service systems that enhance developer productivity and streamline AI-driven software development processes, ensuring quality and compliance across engineering teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $152K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experience by designing and operating self-service systems. You'll enhance automation and AI-driven SDLC practices, empowering engineers to innovate efficiently...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $218K *

Drive innovation in developer experience by designing self-service systems that enhance productivity and reduce toil. Collaborate across teams to implement AI-driven SDLC models, ensuring quality and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $115K *

Innovate cloud infrastructure solutions by designing and optimizing AWS and Azure environments. Leverage expertise in virtualization and automation to support scalable AI workloads, ensuring high avai...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $115K *

Explore innovative cloud solutions by designing and optimizing AWS and Azure infrastructures for AI workloads. Collaborate across teams to ensure high availability, security, and performance in hybrid...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading key initiatives, architecting scalable services, and designing data-intensive applications in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $215K *

Take ownership of Windows endpoint reliability and lifecycle management. Enhance provisioning, patching, and automation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $334K *

Transform the cloud-native landscape by designing and implementing robust features and services. Lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and enhance platform reliability while collaborating with a tal...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pioneering cloud solutions by implementing and optimizing architectures across multiple platforms. You'll manage configurations, deploy applications, and ensure operational excellen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$167K - $209K *

Lead the charge in designing and evolving scalable database connectors while investigating complex replication and CDC issues for enterprise systems, ensuring high performance and reliability for miss...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $198K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by collaborating with architects and engineers to design, deploy, and manage innovative cloud environments, enhancing mission capabilities and driving transformatio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $198K *

Elevate cloud solutions by collaborating with architects and engineers to design, deploy, and manage innovative cloud environments, enhancing enterprise capabilities and supporting mission-critical wo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $229K *

Join a team that's transforming development infrastructure to enhance the developer experience. Lead strategic initiatives that improve tools, scalability, and reliability for thousands of developers...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $160K *

Drive product development by leading a senior engineering pod to deliver high-quality software for city permitting and community operations, leveraging AI tools and coding agents to enhance efficiency...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement secure cloud solutions that support national defense initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud architectures that are miss...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$57K - $116K *

Shape the future of software development by implementing robust CI/CD pipelines and integrating security practices into the DevSecOps lifecycle, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams and enhanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable solutions. Collaborate globally with teams to implement innovative cloud architectures while ensuring reliability and s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $118K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, automating deployments, and enhancing operational efficiency for enterprise data platforms while collaborating with cross-fun...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to our network platform's evolution by designing robust software for a high-performance cloud infrastructure. Collaborate on automating SDN and developing scalable solutions to enhance our...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $145K *

Engineer scalable cloud applications by leveraging your expertise in software development. Collaborate within a team to design and implement innovative solutions while guiding junior engineers to enha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and managing automated provisioning systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and security while implementing cutting-edge automation tools and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of robust infrastructure for automated manufacturing systems. Collaborate with developers to enhance workflows and ensure high availability for our exter...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $202K *

Lead the technical roadmap and modernize data solutions infrastructure, enhancing off-platform integrations and measurement capabilities while driving AI-first engineering initiatives and cross-team c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $240K *

Lead the charge in developing robust data infrastructure for AI and machine learning in biomedical applications, ensuring secure and reliable access to clinical and genomic data for research and model...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.