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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$96K - $207K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative technology solutions using Agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver critical products while enhancing your skills in a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $220K *

Drive the evolution of financial technology by developing innovative solutions for cryptocurrency services, collaborating with a dynamic engineering team to shape the future of wealth management for C...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineers in delivering high-quality technology. Drive performance, resource planning, and best practices across the SDLC while fostering a culture of collaboration and...

Livonia, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead the modernization of HPC infrastructure, enhancing simulation-driven product development and optimizing engineering productivity across diverse environments and accounts...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $279K *

Empower your career by leading the Enterprise Fulfillment engineering team, setting technical vision, owning engineering roadmaps, and fostering a culture of excellence with 10+ engineers while collab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$206K - $309K *

Lead a global team of engineers to enhance our Agent Platform, ensuring operational health and reliability while driving innovative re-architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion enterprise solutions by leading the design and optimization of ServiceNow platforms. Drive architecture, governance, and delivery across multiple domains, ensuring scalability and performance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Unlock the potential of automation by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and support a s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $221K *

Join a team that's redefining customer solutions by leveraging AI/ML technologies. As a Senior Sales Engineer, you'll architect innovative strategies, oversee technical sales processes, and collaborat...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $168K *

Pioneer application modernization efforts by leading agile teams, driving technical outcomes, and enhancing developer experiences. Collaborate with clients to deliver measurable business results while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $226K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in a high-growth startup, engaging customers and providing technical expertise. Elevate your career by solving challenges and enhancing product experiences in a c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $260K *

Lead technical strategies for U.S. Navy accounts, enhancing digital performance and visibility. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, addressing complex challenges in observabili...

Abell, MDRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $172K *

Transform your career by leading the administration and optimization of key SaaS collaboration and endpoint management platforms, ensuring security and efficiency across the organization while collabo...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$181K - $241K *

Strategize and drive technical initiatives to enhance our identity verification systems, ensuring high availability and compliance in international markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform healthcare IT by providing expert support for endpoint and device systems. Engage in hands-on engineering, configuration, and troubleshooting to ensure operational readiness for the IHS EHR...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

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

$77K - $118K *

Drive the evolution of scalable, secure platforms by architecting solutions that enhance network intelligence and application delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performanc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $164K *

Join a team that's redefining restaurant technology by building robust mobile applications. As a Senior Software Engineer II, you'll lead feature delivery, optimize performance, and collaborate across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Champion the delivery of innovative data solutions, leading cross-functional teams to modernize platforms and drive AI integration. Ensure project success through effective management of scope, qualit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Inspire delivery excellence by leading a diverse portfolio of 20+ Scrum teams across regions. Align engineering outcomes with client priorities, enhance AI adoption, and drive measurable value through...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $281K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering for data centers. As a Senior Principal Structural Engineer, you'll ensure the integrity of innovative designs, collaborating across disciplines to...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $189K *

Join a team that's redefining AI operations by ensuring reliability and performance of AI/ML systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment workflows, monitor model performance...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by developing advanced 3D world models. Collaborate with experts to integrate perception data and enhance navigation solutions for complex e...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing Azure environments for a mission-critical federal program. Own infrastructure as code with Terraform, build CI/CD pipelines, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop, ensuring o...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.