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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$181K - $226K *

Join our dynamic team as a Software Engineer, where you'll enhance internal tools, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive improvements in cloud infrastructure and observability, all while working in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $307K *

Shape the future of AI/ML solutions by leading design and deployment efforts, coding across diverse platforms, and mentoring teams to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of cloud strategy by developing frameworks and processes for cloud adoption, governance, and management. Lead initiatives that empower the Judiciary to effectively integrate cloud tec...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing cloud strategies and governance frameworks for the Judiciary. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cloud adoption and ensure effective decision-making through compreh...

Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $246K *

Elevate your career by architecting scalable ML infrastructure that powers model training and serving. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and drive innovation in machine lear...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in the full product development lifecycle, collaborating cross-functionally to design and deliver high-quality web applications that meet client needs and enhance user experience...

Mexico, MORemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $254K *

Lead technical engagements with customers, driving product success through demos, presentations, and collaboration with sales. Contribute to a high-growth team focused on innovative solutions and cust...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $149K *

Analyze and enhance IT infrastructure through secure cloud solutions, ensuring 24x7 availability. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows, improve system reliability, and tackle complex challen...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Discover innovative solutions as a Senior Salesforce Platform Engineer, driving CRM and integration services. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, maintainable digital services while enhan...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by enhancing our platform's scalability and reliability. As a Senior Platform Engineer, you'll lead infrastructure improvements, optimize performance, and ensure security while col...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's building a robust data platform to transform health data into actionable insights. Collaborate on backend services and data systems, enhancing reliability and performance while driv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining avionics systems engineering by translating customer needs into innovative architectures and requirements. Collaborate across domains to deliver high-quality solutions in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer experiences by delivering expert guidance on Atlassian Cloud and AI solutions. Collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges, drive value realization, and expand service oppo...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Reimagine the iOS experience by leading innovative development efforts that enhance user engagement and drive subscription growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solut...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$119K - $149K *

Innovate with us to shape the future of mobile experiences. As a Senior Mobile Engineer, you'll drive the development of high-quality iOS applications, collaborating across teams to ensure performance...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Partner with us to lead complex cloud migrations, ensuring technical readiness and seamless execution across Azure and AWS environments while driving innovative solutions and high-quality outcomes in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building AI-powered engineering systems that enhance developer workflows, ensuring reliability and ease of adoption for engineers. Collaborate with teams to create innovative soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$201K - $263K *

Lead a globally distributed engineering team to architect and scale enterprise-level Go-To-Market systems, ensuring seamless integration across Salesforce and other platforms while fostering a culture...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $153K *

Champion innovative AI-driven self-service solutions, enhancing employee experiences through ServiceNow. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, ensuring high-quality engineering from design t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $173K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software engineering by leading the design and implementation of innovative platforms, driving full-stack development, and mentoring teams to achieve technical...

Portland, MERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $210K *

Transform issue management by leading a team to develop AI-assisted solutions, ensuring quality and accountability in remediation processes across GRC. Drive engineering excellence while fostering ind...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing integration features across modern and legacy systems. You'll design APIs, deliver high-quality integrations, and collaborate with experienced engineers to dr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise network architecture by leading LAN migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to Cisco SDA fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute plans, manage changes...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.