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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$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by developing AI-driven software solutions that enhance secure application delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of softw...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Transform the future of data center engineering by resolving on-site technical issues, collaborating with contractors, and ensuring project success through effective problem-solving and communication...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven business applications by designing Python services and APIs that enhance data processing capabilities in both cloud and on-premises settings, ensuring robust performance and seamles...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, ensuring reliability and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and inc...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join our dynamic engineering team to develop scalable software solutions that enhance platform functionality and performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality code and...

Calgary, ABRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $160K *

Optimize developer workflows by enhancing Scala, Bazel, and CI systems. Take ownership of projects that improve codebase usability and reliability, while leveraging AI tools to streamline engineering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$134K - $199K *

Elevate your career as you design and operate large-scale cloud services for a cutting-edge scanning engine. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and mentor engineers in a dy...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms. Drive innovation in cloud data architecture and pipeline automation, collaborating across teams to deliver impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced platforms that automate operations and enhance AI-driven interactions. This hands-on role combines technical leadership with coding, mentoring, and ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical vision and operational excellence in cloud-native platforms. Lead engineering efforts, champion security practices, and empower talent while ensuring system stab...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $250K *

Innovate with us to lead a talented engineering team, driving technical strategy and cross-functional collaboration. Shape impactful systems in billing and enrollment while fostering a culture of owne...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Transform data operations by leading our Snowflake platform migration, ensuring security, reliability, and cost efficiency while collaborating across teams to standardize practices and enhance data ma...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$194K - $285K *

Lead the end-to-end application lifecycle by shaping product strategy and improving customer workflows, ensuring reliable and secure software deployment across diverse environments while collaborating...

Milpitas, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering tailored, technical solutions that drive sales success. Collaborate with teams to enhance demos, manage proposal responses, and ensure seamless implementation transitions...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $205K *

Lead the charge in deploying and operating Kubernetes infrastructure for U.S. government cloud environments. Ensure production reliability and enhance automation while collaborating with a global SRE...

Utah, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $150K *

Optimize infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to empower engineering teams in delivering AI-powered products efficiently. Collaborate closely with product and data engineers, leading projects from incep...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Develop and enhance Python services for pharmacy claims processing. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions while gaining expertise in the pharmacy benefits domain. Embrace a hybrid...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of innovative web applications using .Net, Angular, and SQL. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance existing systems and design new solutions, ensuring high-quality s...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $167K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of federal access by leveraging your DevOps expertise to manage cloud infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure security compliance while collaborating with...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and security automation for government projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines, compliance, and operational resilience, ensuring efficient delivery an...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Engage in designing and optimizing AI solutions to enhance automation and analytics, collaborating across teams to integrate advanced AI capabilities into core products, while ensuring ethical standar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior full-stack software engineer, driving innovation in AI software development. Build and own features across our platform, enhancing user experience and scalability for t...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by developing robust, cloud-native web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable solutions and engage in impactful engineering projects within the...

Columbia, MDRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Grow your expertise by architecting innovative cloud solutions and driving DevOps best practices across Azure and AWS. You'll build secure, scalable infrastructure that empowers engineering teams whil...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $219K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity in the energy sector. You'll lead complex projects, develop standards, and automate processes to enhance efficiency and security across global Grid Automati...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.