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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$181K - $272K *

Drive innovative design solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secure architecture. Lead technical projects, influence product roadmaps, and enhance customer engage...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $272K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative architecture solutions. Collaborate across functions to ensure scalable, secure designs while driving technical excellence and influencing product...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $212K *

Lead cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, secure architecture solutions. Drive innovation and ensure alignment with product roadmaps while managing customer relationships and techn...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive innovative design solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secure architecture. Leverage your expertise to enhance product roadmaps and lead technical initiativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $212K *

Lead innovative design solutions and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secure architecture. Drive technical excellence and influence product roadmaps while managing customer...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $272K *

Transform the future of technology by leading architectural design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure solutions while driving innovation and ensuring a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Shape the future of mission management systems as a Full Stack Software Developer, collaborating in an agile team to design, develop, and maintain impactful web applications that enhance user experien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Engage in full stack development within a collaborative, agile team. You'll design, build, and maintain web applications, ensuring a responsive user interface while optimizing for cloud-native microse...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as a DevOps Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain a cutting-edge microservices architecture for mission-critical capabilities in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize cloud and on-premises infrastructure, enhancing reliability and security. Collaborate on automation and AI integration while supporting Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and optimize geoscience algorithms, transforming legacy code into efficient, testable components. Collaborate with experts to enhance performance and ensure scientific...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$159K - $164K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise applications by designing and maintaining robust web solutions in Azure Government Cloud, leveraging full-stack technologies to enhance user experie...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting next-gen, customer-facing ingestion services, driving high-throughput data integration across multi-cloud environments while mentoring engineers and collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $334K *

Lead the design and evolution of compute scheduling and resource management systems. Drive innovation in cloud infrastructure, mentor engineers, and ensure production reliability while leveraging AI a...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $165K *

Transform your career by implementing cutting-edge cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance CI/CD pipelines and automate compliance, ensuring robust protection across all e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$199K - $348K *

Advance your career by owning the identity architecture for workloads and agents, leading the design of ephemeral authentication, and shaping runtime authorization while mentoring engineers and collab...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $173K *

Empower cloud solutions by leveraging extensive IT experience and cloud technologies. Collaborate with government stakeholders to optimize cloud strategies and ensure effective implementation of hybri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative software solutions. As a full-stack developer, you'll design, build, and maintain applications while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $247K *

Optimize cloud solutions by collaborating with a dynamic team to design, develop, and deploy innovative systems. Leverage your expertise in AWS and complex systems to drive impactful results in a fast...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $147K *

Transform enterprise data into a unified API layer by developing and scaling GraphQL services. Collaborate across teams to deliver features, enhance system design, and optimize performance in a dynami...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion customer success by delivering complex technical solutions, integrating systems, and driving adoption of AI features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate ambiguity and ensure...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Cloud Platform and Data Engineer, driving innovation in secure cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Salesforce applications and AWS infrast...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Join a team that's redefining scalable solutions for millions. Leverage your expertise in software development to design, build, and operate secure, high-performance services that enhance customer exp...

2 days ago

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

$112K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading the migration of complex data systems, ensuring data integrity and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize technology stacks and optimize data proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that designs, implements, and optimizes Azure cloud infrastructure, focusing on security, performance, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams for robust cloud solut...

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  •   5 - 7 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.