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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior DevSecOps Engineer, driving operational excellence in Linux and DB2 administration. Collaborate across teams to enhance application performance and security in a full...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Engage in the development of automated testing frameworks to ensure the quality and reliability of business systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create effective test strategies and dri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform our GPU infrastructure into a seamless, self-serve platform for researchers and engineers, ensuring efficient job scheduling, robust reliability, and consistent performance across multiple c...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $147K *

Unlock potential by driving automated testing strategies and enhancing deployment processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and performance across microservices, while maintainin...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Lead the development of innovative AI products that empower job seekers with evidence-based coaching and actionable insights, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to shape impactful...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $205K *

Elevate your career by owning the TA tech stack, driving integrations, and enhancing system efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and lead vendor relationships, all...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining Digital Employee Experience and Unified Observability. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive technical strategies, solve complex challenges, and enh...

Ararat, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex, cross-functional programs that drive innovation in consumer energy products. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish frameworks, manage risks, and ensure suc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $189K *

Transform customer engagements by leveraging your financial management expertise to deliver compelling demonstrations and articulate the value of advanced cloud-based solutions to prospective clients...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative scientific software for MPAS infrastructure, enhancing model integration and performance across HPC platforms while collaborating with diverse teams to advance...

College Park, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $112K *

Transform engineering systems by optimizing CATIA and related tools, ensuring effective deployment and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and drive continuous...

Huntington Beach, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Engineer, transforming raw data into impactful systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, optimize data architecture, and drive efficiency through automation while managin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join our team as a technical leader to secure AI applications and platforms. Drive AI security architecture, testing, and standards, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and secure deployment o...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$186K - $236K *

Lead the design and development of scalable payment solutions, shaping the future of money movement for small businesses. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver resilient engineering solutions whil...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $500K *

Champion innovation by leading the migration to EKS, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and enhancing Kubernetes operations. Drive automation and CI/CD processes while ensuring high availability and per...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by designing and developing scalable software solutions using C#, .NET, and Azure. Collaborate in a dynamic team to implement best practices in CI/CD and API development, ensurin...

Richmond Hill, ONRemote

6 days ago

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

$84K - $129K *

Engineer underground transmission lines up to 500kV, overseeing design, cost analysis, and project coordination. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with standards and specifications while man...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $183K *

Transform the user experience by designing and implementing innovative backend solutions for a cutting-edge checkout platform, enhancing accessibility and flexibility for financial products in a colla...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $206K *

Transform the user experience by designing and implementing innovative financial products. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance the checkout platform, ensuring reliability and performance for seam...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $214K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare through innovative AI solutions. As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, you'll design and deploy scalable models, optimize data pipelines, and collaborate with cross-fu...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by ensuring optimal performance of critical data center infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, document, and manage hardware and software systems in a fast-paced e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$132K - $251K *

Join a team that's transforming endpoint management by leading the integration of SCCM, Tanium, JAMF, and Intune. Oversee a skilled team, drive compliance, and ensure operational efficiency across Win...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$265K - $314K *

Drive innovation in mental healthcare by leading engineering teams to enhance patient referral channels. Collaborate with product managers and health systems to build scalable solutions that transform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.