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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$148K - $264K *

Engineer and enhance core capabilities for secure, policy-governed agent execution, driving high-impact technical areas across runtime services and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $240K *

Pioneer innovative backend solutions by leading complex projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable systems that enhance AI-driven workflows, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Drive the development of scalable data pipelines on GCP, leading a high-performing team to ensure data quality and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful analytics and A...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative software solutions by delivering high-quality code, enhancing system architecture, and driving modernization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$143K - $194K *

Develop and deploy reliable embedded software for consumer electronics, engaging in all SDLC phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer experience in a...

3 days ago

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

$147K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining software development by writing innovative code, reviewing peer contributions, and troubleshooting complex systems to enhance product quality and performance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $242K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical solutions for partner integrations, enhancing developer experiences through innovative SDKs, documentation, and automation. Drive impactful projects from design t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $400K *

Join a team that's redefining storage solutions for scalable systems. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and optimize stateful storage systems, ensuring data consistency and performance whil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $420K *

Transform data storage solutions by designing and optimizing stateful systems. Collaborate with product teams to create user-friendly APIs and ensure data consistency, availability, and performance ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining innovation in software engineering for critical facilities. You'll design and deliver cutting-edge applications and data solutions, driving projects from concept to deplo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$207K - $300K *

Innovate and lead high-impact software projects, driving full stack development and AI integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and optimize advertising technol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $297K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative AI agent infrastructure, enhancing complex workflows and ensuring reliability at scale. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions for high-stak...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $297K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative AI agent infrastructure, enhancing complex workflows and ensuring reliability at scale. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions for high-stak...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $333K *

Champion the evolution of our cloud platform by designing and building core capabilities, enhancing developer experience, and ensuring reliability at scale. Collaborate across teams to eliminate ineff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $333K *

Unlock potential by designing and building a robust cloud platform that enhances developer experience, ensuring reliability and efficiency while leading technical direction and mentoring teams across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $163K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in building energy applications. Contribute to software development and research that enhances energy efficiency, collaborating with diverse teams to shape impac...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $163K *

Shape the future of energy efficiency by developing innovative software solutions for building applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance energy policies and technologies, driving impactf...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $163K *

Transform energy efficiency through innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance applications that support building energy policies and technologies, d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect secure CI/CD pipelines, manage Kubernetes clusters, and implement security automation in AWS. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency while embe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $116K *

Unlock potential by designing automation-first solutions that enhance platform reliability and streamline delivery in a hybrid environment, focusing on investment banking and brokerage operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $223K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing large-scale distributed systems, ensuring high availability and performance while managing cloud infrastructure automation and backend services for million...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $265K *

Join us to provide critical Tier I/II support in a dynamic 24/7 operational environment. You'll be the key liaison between service providers and users, ensuring efficient incident management and resol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $265K *

Transform operational support by providing Tier I/II assistance in a 24/7 environment. Engage with users, manage incidents, and ensure seamless communication while maintaining a robust knowledge base...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $137K *

Lead the charge in cloud migration by managing infrastructure engineering tasks, executing migrations to Azure and AWS, and ensuring operational readiness for applications and services in a dynamic, r...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

Shape the future of ground systems by developing embedded software for antenna control, integrating electromechanical components, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.