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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$140K - $184K *

Pioneer the development and operational convergence through automation, designing CI/CD pipelines and driving release process efficiency to enhance software delivery across diverse teams and projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Optimize backend systems for a financial platform, integrating AI features and ensuring reliability across multiple regions. Collaborate with global teams to enhance product capabilities and maintain...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development of scalable backend systems for a financial platform, integrating AI features and ensuring reliability across multiple regions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Transform digital services by collaborating on Azure cloud engineering, CI/CD, and observability. Support mission-aligned platform capabilities while ensuring secure, reliable, and maintainable soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $132K *

Innovate IT solutions by evaluating project requirements, providing technical support, and maintaining network infrastructure. Collaborate with teams globally to ensure seamless operations and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Champion the design and delivery of modern data platforms, focusing on Microsoft Fabric and Azure. Lead client engagements, define architectures, and establish best practices for data solutions across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $308K *

Transform the MSSP partner landscape by driving adoption, building relationships, and integrating cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with partners to enhance technical offerings and ensure success ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Innovate solutions for time capture and billing in a dynamic team. Leverage AI tools to enhance software development, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in invoicing processes while collaborating across...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $135K *

Join a team that's innovating healthcare solutions by developing cutting-edge network messaging software. Collaborate with diverse engineers to enhance patient experiences while enjoying a positive wo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$183K - $289K *

Lead design for an innovative AI-native Strategic Portfolio Management suite. Collaborate with product and engineering leaders to establish design vision and manage a growing team of designers while a...

Mountain View, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $127K *

Transform software solutions by developing, analyzing, and optimizing applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver innovative technology for diverse industries in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $235K *

Transform customer infrastructure management by owning the product vision and roadmap for a key control plane. Collaborate with engineering to enhance user experience and operational efficiency, drivi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $195K *

Transform the Kubernetes landscape by leading architecture and engineering for enterprise platforms, focusing on AKS and GKE. Collaborate across teams to enhance scalability, security, and automation...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $235K *

Shape the future of sports technology by leading backend development initiatives. Drive innovation and excellence in scalable systems while mentoring teams to deliver high-quality software that enhanc...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$144K - $235K *

Elevate the backend engineering landscape by leading high-impact projects, driving best practices, and mentoring teams. Shape innovative solutions that enhance user experiences while ensuring technica...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower mining projects by leading instrumentation and controls engineering efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence in design, a...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $135K *

Transform public services by leading cross-functional teams to design, deliver, and enhance technology solutions. As a technical authority, ensure sustainable, secure, and compliant systems that meet...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's building innovative software for AI labs, enabling seamless management of compute resources across multiple clusters. Collaborate with engineers to create impactful solutions that e...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $145K *

Transform service delivery for complex accounts by ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met. Lead governance, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives while building trusted relationships...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of our product operations by designing and implementing systems that enhance team efficiency, visibility, and collaboration. You'll empower product managers and shape the future of...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion global expansion initiatives by managing the FedRAMP program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met while navigating a fast-paced enviro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Software Engineer II, collaborating with a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions. Engage in agile processes, enhance your skills, and contribute t...

Georgia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative cloud-native applications, developing scalable backend services and modern web solutions using Golang and React. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive AI-native software development by architecting systems, guiding AI agents, and ensuring quality. Collaborate closely with users to transform business needs into reliable, efficient solutions whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative cloud-native applications using Golang and React. Optimize backend services and create user-friendly web applications while tackling complex engine...

Wyoming, ONRemote

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.