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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$82K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating resilient systems, enhancing service reliability through automation and proactive engineering practices, while collaborating with teams to embed reliability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system reliability and operational excellence. Leverage your DevOps and SRE expertise to design, automate, and support scalable services, ensuring high availa...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Elevate system reliability by designing and operating scalable services. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate operations, enhance monitoring, and ensure high availability, driving operationa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Take ownership of building and operating resilient, scalable systems using DevOps and SRE principles. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance system reliability, automate operations, and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Transform system reliability by designing and operating scalable services. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation, observability, and operational excellence, ensuring high availabili...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Join us to enhance system reliability and scalability through innovative SRE practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate operations, improve monitoring, and ensure high-availability serv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Help us enhance our cloud security program by designing and implementing robust security controls, conducting assessments, and automating compliance processes to protect critical business systems in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Transform backend services by building reliable automated pipelines and integrating systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and ensure smooth operations as partner integrations evolve, al...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join us to enhance cloud deployments in secure environments, integrating modern orchestration frameworks with DevSecOps pipelines. Collaborate with teams to deliver agile, compliant cloud services tai...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in deploying secure cloud solutions and DevSecOps pipelines, ensuring compliance and performance across mission-critical environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud-native pl...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $190K *

Elevate user experiences by building and shipping innovative web features for Uber Eats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance discovery and accessibility, ensuring a seamless journey for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$16K - $182K *

Join a team that's building innovative backend services and APIs for talent matching, leveraging AI tools to enhance candidate experiences. Collaborate with Data Science to ensure reliable, high-perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the development of innovative security solutions, collaborating with teams to enhance operating systems and hardware features. Drive best practices in software design and architecture while ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by architecting and delivering complex Azure engagements. Lead migrations, mentor engineers, and drive innovation while ensuring robust security and gover...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $230K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing secure cloud networks in classified environments. Collaborate with teams to implement hybrid solutions, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $316K *

Lead cross-functional collaborations to design and enhance products that connect users with localized content and services, driving innovative solutions and maximizing business opportunities worldwide...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by enhancing our Kubernetes platform through design, implementation, and optimization. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, scalability, and reliability while driving continuo...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's building innovative remote sensing applications. Contribute your expertise in software development to create impactful solutions, ensuring reliability and performance in a collabora...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative authorization and identity systems, enhancing security across our platform. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and integrate high-performance access control solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of resilient distributed systems. Collaborate on innovative cloud infrastructure solutions, ensuring high availability and performance for millio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $204K *

Unlock your potential by developing intuitive systems that streamline lab operations, enhance scheduling, and improve equipment management. Collaborate with engineers to create tools that drive effici...

2 weeks ago

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

$147K - $210K *

Engineer innovative access controls to enhance security and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust policies that safeguard infrastructure while addressing complex challe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Transform cloud environments by leveraging architecture and generative AI. Join a dynamic team to optimize infrastructure, enhance security, and deliver innovative solutions while ensuring rigorous ov...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate our backend platform by tackling complex systems and AI-driven analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability and scalability, directly impacting intelligent energy...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$222K - $334K *

Innovate the architecture of a scalable data-product platform, guiding teams in building and governing high-volume data products. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in distributed systems and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.