Senior Cloud Software Engineer Jobs

Discover senior cloud software engineer jobs with vetted employers and compensation of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These experienced engineers design, build, and maintain cloud-native applications and services that help organizations operate securely and at scale. Explore opportunities that match your technical strengths, leadership experience, and career goals.

What Senior Cloud Software Engineers Do

Senior cloud software engineers develop production-grade software for cloud environments. They may design distributed systems and APIs, build microservices, automate infrastructure, improve application reliability, and guide the adoption of cloud technologies. Many roles also involve reviewing code, mentoring engineers, collaborating across product and operations teams, and making architectural decisions.

Skills and Technologies

Employers commonly seek expertise in a programming language such as Java, Python, Go, C#, or JavaScript, along with experience designing cloud-based systems. Depending on the role, useful skills may include AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud; containers and Kubernetes; CI/CD and infrastructure as code; databases; observability; security; and distributed system design. Requirements vary by company and product.

Qualifications and Career Growth

Senior positions typically call for substantial software engineering experience and a track record of delivering reliable systems. A degree in computer science or a related field may be preferred, but equivalent practical experience can also be valuable. Senior engineers can grow into staff or principal engineering roles, cloud architecture, engineering management, or technical leadership.

Find Senior Cloud Software Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse senior cloud software engineer openings from employers offering salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation range, cloud platform, technical requirements, and work arrangement, then apply to opportunities that fit your experience.

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$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing scalable backend services, collaborating closely with engineering teams to enhance platform performance and reliability while mentoring junior developers a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $174K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of combat vehicle software. Lead architectural design and technical direction for mission-critical systems, integrating advanced technologies in a collaborative...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

$80K - $110K *

Transform your career by developing innovative software solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. Engage in all phases of the software development lifecycle while enhancing cybersecurity and ide...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise sales across regulated industries, managing the full sales lifecycle from strategic targeting to contract negotiation, while building relationships with C-suite e...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic sales initiatives in highly regulated industries. Own the full sales lifecycle, engage C-suite executives, and lead complex negotiations to achieve ambitious r...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $235K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating secure access management systems, enabling seamless integration for engineering teams while enhancing operational excellence and security across platforms...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$116K - $145K *

Empower innovation by delivering resilient software solutions, driving data migration, and enhancing customer onboarding experiences. Collaborate in a dynamic team to build automation and support seam...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $195K *

Transform the web ecosystem by leading technical strategy and architecture across WordPress and Drupal platforms. Engage hands-on with coding while mentoring engineers and managing stakeholder expecta...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by rapidly transforming customer insights into innovative prototypes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build scalable products from scratch, leveraging AI tools and existing platfor...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Shape the future of AI by enhancing integration and deployment within a complex Kubernetes software stack, ensuring reliability and performance across cutting-edge technologies...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$199K - $210K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to design and develop scalable AI solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to transform complex challenges into impactful products, driving innovation and e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $177K *

Join us to build scalable AI-powered solutions that transform grocery technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products while navigating complex challenges in a dynamic...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering for critical assessment platforms, driving testing excellence and automation maturity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabil...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$172K - $203K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, design, and develop advanced iOS functionality, enhancing seamless Bluetooth communication for millions of users while maintaining code quality an...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading technical vision and mentoring engineers. Drive modernization and collaboration across teams to build resilient, scalable infrastructure while fostering a high-performance...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $300K *

Drive the evolution of scalable data platforms, enhancing reliability and performance across distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that support Unity...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $145K *

Develop high-performance software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Take ownership of features and components, applying your expertise to solve complex problems and deliver cu...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Innovate as you guide Fortune 500 clients in leveraging AI solutions. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver dynamic presentations, and serve as trusted technical advisor to modernize legacy systems an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $222K *

Champion client success as you lead Aera solution deployments, building trusted relationships with executives to drive value and Decision Intelligence roadmaps while managing project delivery and fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Lead the design and development of enterprise web solutions to enhance supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, integrated platforms that streamline process...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $231K *

Unlock potential by driving the technical direction and excellence of our stack. In this Staff Engineer role, you'll develop, mentor, and innovate within our Containers team, ensuring product quality...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer high-performance storage solutions for GPU-accelerated compute. Design control-plane services and tooling for Kubernetes workloads, ensuring reliability and scalability across hybrid and air...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise AI solutions through innovative design and deployment. Leverage your expertise to build secure, scalable AI platforms that enhance business processes and dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $191K *

Join the team to design and develop scalable software solutions for healthcare supply chain transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance the rules engine and deliver high-qualit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior cloud software engineer do?question toggle

    A senior cloud software engineer designs, develops, and supports software that runs on cloud infrastructure. The role often includes building distributed applications, improving reliability and security, making technical design decisions, and mentoring other engineers.

  • What skills are commonly required for senior cloud software engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include strong software development experience, cloud platform knowledge such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and familiarity with distributed systems, APIs, containers, automation, and security. Specific requirements depend on the employer and role.

  • How much do senior cloud software engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so review individual listings for salary details.

  • Do senior cloud software engineers need a degree?question toggle

    Some employers prefer a degree in computer science or a related field, while others consider equivalent professional experience. Check each job listing for its specific education requirements.

  • What roles can senior cloud software engineers advance to?question toggle

    Career paths may include staff or principal engineer, cloud architect, platform engineering leader, engineering manager, or other technical leadership positions.