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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$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Platform Architect, leading cloud-native solutions and driving platform modernization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish architectural standards an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of enterprise platform capabilities by leading cloud architecture, automation, and DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and enhance op...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$159K - $215K *

Take ownership of Windows endpoint reliability and lifecycle management. Enhance provisioning, patching, and automation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$112K - $225K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, enhancing our cloud platform by creating reliable code, optimizing service delivery, and collaborating on architectural design to support elite athlete...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $164K *

Champion innovative cloud-native solutions as a software solutions architect, leading reliability and performance initiatives for a critical FAA program. Drive SRE practices, enhance system availabili...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $215K *

Join a dynamic cloud backend team to innovate API Gateway solutions, enhancing communication between microservices. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems to build scalable platforms that hand...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative cloud solutions. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and enhance critical services in a fast-paced environment, driving...

1 week ago

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

$155K - $215K *

Drive the development of full-stack applications that enhance product and operations data management. Collaborate closely with users to create software solutions that improve workflows while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $225K *

Empower innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, driving full-stack development of in-house applications that enhance product and operations data management. Collaborate closely with users to create...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $124K *

Champion impactful software solutions by collaborating in agile teams to design, develop, and deliver high-performance applications that enhance connectivity and drive innovation in a rapidly evolving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $175K *

Shape the cloud infrastructure landscape by ensuring security, scalability, and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers to build resilient systems and drive best practices, enabling smooth deployment a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure by designing and managing secure AWS environments. Collaborate with architects and IT staff to implement Infrastructure-as-Code and ensure operational excellence in a fed...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $253K *

Transform manufacturing processes by developing full-stack applications that integrate simulation frameworks and real-time data visualization, ensuring production accuracy and efficiency in a fast-pac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform the cloud landscape by architecting and operating robust infrastructure, enabling seamless developer experiences and ensuring high reliability and security across platforms. Join a senior te...

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

$189K - $330K *

Unlock infrastructure potential by architecting solutions for scalable, high-performance systems. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges while enhancing resilience and operational effic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$176K - $264K *

Join a team that's building and scaling a robust messaging platform, enhancing user communication across multiple channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, resilient m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $232K *

Advance your career by developing cutting-edge mapping algorithms for L4 self-driving vehicles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance real-time systems and drive innovation in machine lea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$102K - $179K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with teams to enhance CI/CD processes and Azure DevOps. Drive automation, monitor performance, and propose solutions to improve development delivery in a multi-cloud...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Join us to build impactful frontend features that enhance user experience and accessibility. Collaborate with design and product teams to create data-driven interfaces while implementing a cohesive de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $240K *

Elevate user experiences by building intuitive, data-driven interfaces that enhance cloud and AI spend management. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to create accessible, high-performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $250K *

Transform the advertising landscape by leading AI infrastructure development, optimizing architectural decisions, and enhancing real-time analytics systems. Collaborate across teams to drive innovatio...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing innovative application systems, collaborating with management teams to enhance processes and drive compliance while mentoring mid-level developers and en...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$199K - $348K *

Advance your career by owning the identity architecture for workloads and agents, leading the design of ephemeral authentication, and shaping runtime authorization while mentoring engineers and collab...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and Infrastructure, driving innovation at scale. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, enhance system performance, and empower users globally while developing your ski...

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  •   5 - 7 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.