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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$145K - $155K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Engineer, driving innovation in cloud-native applications and AI integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-critical systems in a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $235K *

Transform backend development by leading large-scale initiatives that enhance system reliability and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design innovative tooling and frameworks, e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$232K - $258K *

Lead the charge in architecting and evolving critical infrastructure systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, security, and scalability, ensuring seamless operations for millions of c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$232K - $258K *

Drive the architectural evolution of critical infrastructure systems, ensuring scalability and efficiency for global operations. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative solutions that enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of innovative full-stack solutions for a hybrid network platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and operational efficiency while mentoring...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in securing and modernizing Apple’s datacenter management platform. Drive engineering excellence, enhance user authentication, and collaborate across teams to define the future of secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $197K *

Advance innovation by designing and operating next-gen storage solutions, driving projects from ideation to customer delivery, and collaborating in a remote-first environment focused on user-centric d...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $239K *

Transform the future of Earth observation by leading architectural initiatives for scalable IR data systems. Drive cross-team collaboration and optimize low-latency processing while mentoring engineer...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and maintenance of advanced defense systems. Collaborate with a skilled team using agile methodologies to deliver high-quality software solutions that ensure operational...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$139K - $174K *

Contribute to the development of innovative web applications, collaborating across teams to solve complex problems and enhance user experiences. Play a key role in driving product development within a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $250K *

Empower data-driven decisions by designing and optimizing enterprise data services. Lead the development of robust data pipelines and ensure reliable database performance while collaborating across te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead software development initiatives, leveraging Java and microservices to enhance product capabilities. Collaborate with teams to solve complex challenges and mentor junior engineers wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $250K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end embedded HIL system, driving technical direction, ensuring reliability, and collaborating with teams to enhance automated testing for diverse products...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $325K *

Drive the evolution of a large-scale observability platform, leveraging Go and Rust to enhance performance and reliability while integrating AI tools for innovative engineering solutions across divers...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $252K *

Transform the security landscape of virtualization by leading innovative software solutions, enhancing architecture, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust protection and performance in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Champion customer success by diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues, enhancing support efficiency through internal tools, and collaborating with teams to deliver exceptional service and dri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $356K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud gaming by optimizing high-performance servers with cutting-edge NVIDIA GPUs. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance game streaming experiences and bridge s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $176K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Engineer, enhancing web applications using cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions while mentoring junior deve...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K - $145K *

Engineer scalable cloud applications by leveraging your expertise in software development. Collaborate within a team to design and implement innovative solutions while guiding junior engineers to enha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and manage scalable AI infrastructure solutions, ensuring secure access to foundation models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and drive AI adoption whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions for commercial aviation products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create and execute designs, mentor junior engineers, and contribute...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $208K *

Unlock potential by leading DevOps initiatives, mentoring teams, and enhancing enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation, optimize processes, and ensure seamless inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $242K *

Drive the evolution of backend systems that enhance user experiences, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions for readers an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $225K *

Shape the future of reading by owning the backend platform that enhances user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical direction, improve system reliability, and foster...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.