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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$191K - $237K *

Oversee the development and evaluation of ML infrastructure for virtual cell models, ensuring efficient data processing and performance measurement. Collaborate with researchers to enhance model train...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$202K - $224K *

Drive the development of high-throughput, low-latency systems for Uber Eats, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance core user experiences across multiple product lines and ensuring robus...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Join a team that's building high-throughput, low-latency systems for Uber Eats. Collaborate across product lines to enhance core user experiences while developing innovative solutions in a fast-paced...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $206K *

Empower a multidisciplinary engineering team to design and scale innovative cloud-based applications, ensuring high performance and security in a mission-critical environment while adapting to emergin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to manage software development for advanced space communication systems. Lead integration efforts, collaborate with engineers, and ensure high-quality deliverables while driving in...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$235K - $250K *

Transform engineering leadership by building resilient platforms and teams. Drive strategic initiatives in SRE, DevOps, and AI adoption while ensuring operational excellence and incident management ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $125K *

Transform cutting-edge radar technology through software development, enhancing both user interfaces and backend systems. Collaborate in a dynamic team to ensure performance, scalability, and integrat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$228K - $314K *

Drive the architecture and engineering direction for a shared Security AI platform, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations across multiple security functions while mentoring teams and alig...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Drive innovative software solutions by leveraging your expertise in programming and design. Collaborate with teams to enhance product functionality, ensuring high-quality deliverables while managing p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading advanced software development initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-critical applications, and driving innovation in AI integration...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $155K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing cloud security by building cutting-edge PaaS solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance infrastructure through DevSecOps practices, driving compliance and secu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $183K *

Shape the future of software delivery by enhancing DevOps practices, automating processes, and improving collaboration. Drive operational excellence and security compliance while supporting mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $162K *

Join us to develop innovative search solutions and machine learning applications, enhancing enterprise functionality. Collaborate with a skilled team to tackle complex challenges and drive impactful r...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $147K *

Engage in user-focused design and development as you advocate for positive experiences across UI, CLI, and API. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, resolve issues, and contribute to a cultu...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Engineer robust AWS cloud environments, providing Tier 2 support and automation. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational stability and security while managing system performance and incidents in...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Empower teams by architecting and maintaining robust AWS cloud environments, ensuring operational stability and security while streamlining processes through automation and collaboration with developm...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic team by managing cloud-based systems, deploying updates, and ensuring security. Collaborate on architecture, monitor system health, and drive CI/CD practices to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Engineer robust cloud-based systems by deploying updates, maintaining services, and ensuring security. Collaborate with developers to enhance system reliability and contribute to architectural design...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $194K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative technical solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices while mentoring junior staff and mana...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $235K *

Champion the future of AI by architecting and delivering innovative, scalable AI-native products. Lead the execution of core capabilities that transform technology landscapes, ensuring robust performa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructures by designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with engineers to automate deployments and support crucial services in a dynamic, fast...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $200K *

Engage in a dynamic DevOps team to design, develop, and maintain innovative cyber training software solutions, enhancing technical expertise across diverse applications and infrastructure in a collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cyber training solutions through innovative software development and collaborative problem-solving across diverse applications and infrastructures...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cyber training solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining software applications in a collaborative environment. Contribute across diverse projects whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Innovate within a collaborative DevOps team, designing and deploying mission-critical software solutions. Engage in the full software development lifecycle, enhancing technical expertise across divers...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.