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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$224K - $356K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by designing and developing cutting-edge perception solutions. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance software robustness and efficiency...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of creative leadership by setting visionary strategies, driving distinctive brand expressions, and empowering a talented team to deliver integrated, high-impact marketing campaigns th...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of automating workflows across teams by building AI agents using Claude and Microsoft Copilot. Collaborate with various departments to identify automation opportunities, ensuring securi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Lead the charge in transforming AI strategies into impactful solutions for revenue teams, collaborating closely with GTM leaders to drive innovation and measurable outcomes while enhancing engineering...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $297K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading test automation and quality architecture for cloud and mobile systems. Shape technical vision, mentor engineers, and drive AI-first automation strategies whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Design scalable software solutions by transforming complex business needs into robust APIs and system architectures. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability, mentor engineers, and drive techni...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Test Automation Engineer, leading testing initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring software quality through innovative automation strategies...

Washington, DCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovation by designing, developing, and maintaining software systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements and ensure solutions meet business needs while providing technical e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $301K *

Elevate our cyber defense capabilities by architecting advanced detection and response systems. Lead cross-functional initiatives, influence technical strategy, and enhance security measures to protec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $287K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing compiler technologies through AI and machine learning, focusing on optimizing performance and efficiency in production pipelines across diverse developer tools and w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $270K *

Lead technical direction for backend services managing licensing and entitlements. Shape scalable solutions across accounts, ensuring data correctness and operational excellence. Collaborate with Prod...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $222K *

Elevate your career by leading software security governance initiatives. Drive transformation of security requirements into actionable workflows while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive cloud onboarding success by guiding application owners through migration complexities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $195K *

Transform infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects, architecting scalable solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally. Drive technical excellence and mentor teams while ensuring o...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize security in Azure and Microsoft cloud environments at scale. Lead the design and implementation of robust architectures, leveraging AI tools to enhance security practices while collaborating...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing software solutions for statistical research and data analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance methodologies and support critical projects, ensuring impactful...

Iowa, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$200K - $235K *

Engineer innovative AI/ML solutions by collaborating with teams to design, deploy, and manage scalable models. Drive impactful insights through seamless API integration and advanced training resources...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $152K *

Advance your career by leading mainframe capacity planning initiatives, optimizing performance, and driving automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor ju...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $213K *

Champion the development of a key platform, driving strategy, success metrics, and technical depth while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $229K *

Elevate infrastructure reliability and performance by architecting scalable solutions, collaborating across teams, and driving end-to-end software delivery to enhance user experience and system resili...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Engage with our team as a Senior Services Engineer, driving B2B integration and managed file transfer solutions. Ensure operational excellence and reliability in mission-critical systems while providi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $231K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of SAP integration, driving complex data exchanges and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while enhancing transportation operations across diverse systems...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower audit teams to excel with a hands-on role that drives software adoption, enhances workflow efficiency, and delivers measurable outcomes. Collaborate across functions to modernize audit practic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analytics. Collaborate with teams to drive technical direction and improve system pe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$106K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical Command & Control solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and create innovative architectures that meet diverse...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.