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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize mobile testing strategies by leading the development of automated frameworks. Drive innovation through expertise in mobile app automation while collaborating effectively in an Agile environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$228K - $363K *

Lead the charge in building scalable data infrastructure for personalized music recommendations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize systems that enhance user engagement and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$228K - $363K *

Innovate the future of music discovery by building scalable data infrastructure that powers personalized recommendations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement through rea...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$228K - $363K *

Join a team that's redefining music discovery through innovative data infrastructure. You'll design and scale systems that power personalized recommendations, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by owning a cutting-edge software platform that connects environmental sensors to facilities teams, ensuring safety and livability in military barracks. Collaborate across teams to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $181K *

Transform your career by developing cutting-edge virtual battlefield simulations. Collaborate in an Agile environment to innovate and enhance analytical tools, integrating advanced technologies for im...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud engineering by leading the design of secure, scalable platforms. Drive innovation through AI and machine learning, enhancing developer experience and productivity in a collaborative, i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by architecting and implementing secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across diverse environments, driving automation and collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and secu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Drive automation and collaborate with teams to design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $243K *

Champion innovative compute solutions by developing scalable infrastructure and resource management systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, integrate AI, and drive efficiency in clou...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and securing scalable Kubernetes infrastructure, collaborating with teams to enhance platform reliability and security for AI workloads while mentoring junior engineers a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic Cloud & Platform Engineering team, driving innovation and automation across major cloud providers while ensuring reliability and exceptional customer satisfact...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the development of complex software solutions within an Agile framework, providing technical guidance and support to teams. Drive process improvements and ensure quality standards are met while c...

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

$165K - $225K *

Lead the design and implementation of a unified infrastructure platform, bridging physical and virtual resources for large-scale computation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $225K *

Elevate infrastructure capabilities by designing and implementing a unified platform that integrates bare-metal servers, storage, and networking for large-scale computation and AI workloads, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Bellota Labs is seeking a Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer to shape the architecture and development of their innovative gaming platform, ClubWPT Gold. This role involves managing DevOps tools, automa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $194K *

Explore diverse software engineering opportunities across AWS, where you'll design, develop, and maintain innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$109K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud transformation initiatives, guiding stakeholders through architecture governance, and designing innovative solutions across ServiceNow and Salesforce platforms to dri...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in cloud transformation by assessing and designing solutions across ServiceNow and Salesforce platforms, ensuring strategic alignment and delivering actionable insights for executive s...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead transformative cloud architecture initiatives, guiding stakeholders through evaluations and strategic decisions while designing robust solutions across ServiceNow and Salesforce platforms...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in transforming cloud solutions by leveraging your expertise in architecture and integration. Collaborate with stakeholders to design innovative strategies and actionable roadmaps that...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in cloud transformation by assessing and designing solutions across ServiceNow and Salesforce platforms, ensuring strategic alignment and delivering actionable insights for executive s...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Transform your career by leading cloud-native architecture assessments, guiding executive stakeholders, and designing innovative solutions across ServiceNow and Salesforce platforms. Drive impactful d...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead transformative cloud architecture initiatives, guiding stakeholders through evaluations and strategic decisions. Leverage extensive experience in ServiceNow and Salesforce to design solutions tha...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.