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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$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of cloud storage by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop innovative, scalable solutions that enhance enterprise workloads in Microsoft Azure, ensuring operational excelle...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $225K *

Transform the future of cloud commerce by leading the design and evolution of scalable, resilient systems that enhance platform reliability and drive innovation across teams and products...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Innovate and lead in developing cutting-edge technologies that transform user interactions. Collaborate on critical projects, enhancing your skills in machine learning and computer vision while drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining pharmacy operations through AI. As a Senior Engineer, you'll drive features from concept to production, tackling complex healthcare integrations and ensuring robust perfo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $163K *

Engineer and maintain a robust data processing platform using Python and Scala. Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to enhance tools, automate CI/CD processes, and ensure seamless integrati...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $163K *

Elevate your career by mentoring students and driving innovation in software development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance user experiences and contribute to impactful projects in a supporti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $235K *

Explore innovative solutions as a lead engineer, enhancing personalized streaming experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable applications and evaluate cutting-edge techno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $175K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing, building, and operating scalable solutions across AWS and GCP. Drive reliability and compliance while enhancing developer experience and customer satisfact...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of collectibles data by leading API architecture and strategy. Drive high-impact projects, mentor engineers, and enhance data reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $252K *

Drive innovative software solutions by leveraging your expertise in programming and design. Collaborate with teams to enhance product functionality, ensuring high-quality deliverables while managing p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$243K - $295K *

Engage in the innovative development of core engine systems for a dynamic platform, ensuring optimal performance across devices while taking ownership of projects throughout their lifecycle. Collabora...

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

$95K - $181K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge embedded Linux systems for advanced military communications. Leverage your expertise in software engineering to enhance product quality and support critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $273K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager to lead TDP SQL, enhancing data reliability and performance while mentoring engineers. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure operational excellence, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $273K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategic execution and operational excellence while ensuring a reliable data platform aligns with enterprise goals and custo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Develop and enhance scalable applications for the ERP Tyler product suite. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish technical standards and mentor engineers while driving continuous improv...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $292K *

Transform the future of security by developing software for advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance hardware verification and streamline user interfaces, ensuring...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $295K *

Lead the charge in developing hybrid enterprise capabilities by integrating cloud technologies and financial processes, while driving migration efforts and collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead the development of advanced algorithms for satellite tracking and pointing systems, integrating embedded software with real-time data processing to enhance performance and reliability in cutting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $165K *

Engineer robust financial systems that ensure data integrity and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to design APIs and workflows, enhancing billing processes and operational efficiency while...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $170K *

Drive the design and management of secure Azure cloud solutions, enhancing federal IT environments through automation and compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the core platform of a 1-1 coaching marketplace by co-owning its architecture, enhancing scalability, and driving technical direction. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and effici...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $287K *

Join a team that's redefining data processing by designing and operating a hosted Spark service on Kubernetes, enhancing GPU acceleration for enterprise applications, and driving production excellence...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $287K *

Transform data processing by designing and operating a hosted Spark service on Kubernetes. Collaborate across layers to enhance GPU acceleration, ensuring high performance and reliability for enterpri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $287K *

Drive innovation in GPU-accelerated data processing by designing and operating a hosted Spark service on Kubernetes, enhancing performance and reliability for enterprise-level applications across mult...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$224K - $431K *

Champion the advancement of open-source Linux kernel support for NVIDIA GPUs. Collaborate with global teams to develop virtualization features in Rust and C, driving technical proposals and enhancing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.