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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$86K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Developer, enhancing security tools through innovative web applications. Collaborate in an agile environment to design, develop, and maintain solutions that support c...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a team to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across multi-cloud environments, while driving incident management and fostering collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $320K *

Drive innovation by architecting high-performance backend systems for a cutting-edge data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and optimize data workflows, ensu...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative solutions as you build and scale our platform, collaborating across the tech stack. Contribute to key decisions and shape our engineering culture in a dynamic, fast-paced environme...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and deployment of AI and workflow platforms, driving innovation across client engagements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operat...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$238K - $322K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in security. Lead the technical vision for LLMs and agentic systems, driving innovation and mentoring talent while optimizing performance across multiple pr...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of simulation software by developing robust frameworks that enhance testing for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve architecture and mentor pee...

Mountain View, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer managing Active Directory services, ensuring security, availability, and recovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support identity modernization...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team of expert engineers to innovate a Kubernetes resource management platform, enhancing DevOps productivity and addressing complex engineering problems in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring reliability at scale. You'll manage compute, networking, and storage, driving performance and stability while adapting to rapid changes in production environme...

San Francisco, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $320K *

Optimize our data activation platform by designing scalable, high-performance backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive innovation in cloud data sol...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $320K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data activation by designing high-throughput, low-latency distributed systems. Take ownership of technical initiatives and collaborate with product teams to en...

Edmonton, ABRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Champion quality assurance by shaping testing strategies and automating workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high standards without hindering delivery. Drive efficiency and rel...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Transform integrations as a Senior Developer, focusing on reliable APIs that connect with customers and partners. Collaborate across teams to engineer secure, scalable solutions, tackling production c...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $170K *

Reimagine enterprise systems by modernizing legacy code into cloud-native Python microservices. Collaborate on designing lightweight REST APIs and batch jobs using DevSecOps practices in AWS Lambda an...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $409K *

Drive the development of a global SME organization, leading regional teams to enhance technical selling and product direction. Transform ambiguity into structure while mentoring leaders and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $112K *

Deliver innovative Salesforce solutions by leading design, development, and integration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive business value thro...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $409K *

Drive innovation as a key member of our engineering team, leveraging your expertise in software engineering and data platforms to shape solutions that enhance customer experiences and meet business go...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of robust monitoring systems to enhance cloud platform availability. Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to identify impactful features, ensuring seamless infras...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$216K - $318K *

Drive innovation as you lead engineering teams to build and scale Life360's critical platforms. Ensure reliability and security while fostering a culture of accountability and technical excellence for...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement cutting-edge AI/ML solutions for enterprise systems, integrating multiple technologies to transform unstructured data into actionable insights and ensuring compliance throughout t...

Chantilly, VARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Transform the insurance broker experience by developing AI-driven full stack solutions. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and enhance intelligent systems that automate processes and deliv...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $234K *

Elevate the developer experience by partnering with external teams to integrate seamlessly with the API ecosystem. Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues, and enhance tools while collaboratin...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of advanced nuclear energy systems by applying systems engineering methods to translate objectives into clear, verifiable requirements and solutions, while collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in software delivery by directing architecture, engineering, and Agile teams to ensure secure, high-quality software solutions meet operational readiness and stakeholder needs across m...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.