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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$80K - $95K *

Innovate with cutting-edge technology as you develop low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. Collaborate with teams to automate processes and enhance data management, making a significant i...

Chantilly, VARemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $350K *

Innovate and take ownership of cutting-edge AI coding solutions, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate on system design and product features while leveraging advanced engineering practices to...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $243K *

Unlock potential by leading AI infrastructure planning and network architecture. Collaborate with clients to design scalable solutions for high-performance computing and AI workloads, ensuring optimal...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $145K *

Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $119K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector operations by deploying IoT solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure customer success and drive efficiency, safety, and sustainability across g...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $186K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Data Engineering team to build scalable data solutions that drive critical business decisions and foster a data-driven culture across the organization...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $165K *

Lead reliability initiatives across complex systems, driving automation and observability. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational outcomes, manage incidents, and mentor engineers, ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine the technical architecture of a multi-tenant system, ensuring secure, automated deployments while supporting federal IT modernization efforts across multiple agencies. Collaborate with teams...

Denver, CORemote

5 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll lead design and execution of cutting-edge Solar and Battery Storage projects while mentoring peers and driving t...

Bedminster, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer engagement by providing expert pre-sales technical support, leading complex solution development, and delivering impactful presentations to ensure tailored solutions meet client nee...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $287K *

Drive the future of AI infrastructure by building automation and tools for large-scale GPU systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production reliability and ensure seamless operat...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the reliability and scalability of a global multi-tenant platform. Drive SRE strategy, foster collaboration across teams, and ensure operational excellence while developin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise applications using C# and .NET, driving modern software practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement secur...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of high-quality software applications. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and ensure alignment with architectural standar...

Baltimore, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Build innovative backend solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and drive product success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into scalable features while ensuri...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $210K *

Strategize and enhance data integrity across extensive systems, ensuring all operational data is accurate and reliable for key clinical and financial workflows while enabling self-serve analytics for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform security solutions across multiple domains, driving technical direction and collaboration to address high-risk items and enhance Meta's security posture company-wide. Lead cross-functional t...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $215K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading Infrastructure teams focused on CI/CD and Kubernetes. Drive platform consolidation, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a customer-centric environ...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by guiding organizations through digital transformation with your expertise in AI-powered DevSecOps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful platform adoption and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $197K *

Help us enhance Grafana's data source plugins, ensuring reliability and seamless integration for users worldwide. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions and improve observabil...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $230K *

Develop high-performance software for quantum processors, driving architectural decisions, mentoring teams, and tackling complex challenges. Collaborate with interdisciplinary experts to enhance softw...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Optimize your career by ensuring the performance and scalability of critical AWS platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, automated solutions while enhancing operational e...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Elevate the performance and reliability of critical AWS cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure secure, scalable solutions t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance technology by designing and implementing scalable SAP S/4HANA solutions. Leverage your expertise in procurement and logistics to drive operational exce...

Georgia, USRemote

6 days ago

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

$96K - $154K *

Develop and maintain quality software for internal stakeholders, focusing on Python and AWS. Collaborate in an Agile environment, define architecture, and mentor junior developers while enhancing lega...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.