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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$125K - $140K *

Empower your career as a Senior Software Design Quality Engineer, driving the development and compliance of innovative medical software products while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and qu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $252K *

Innovate cutting-edge software solutions by designing and implementing low-level drivers and firmware for high-performance storage systems, ensuring optimal data integrity and latency metrics in next...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the development of innovative security solutions, collaborating with teams to enhance operating systems and hardware features. Drive best practices in software design and architecture while ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft, ensuring seamless integration and performance across multiple disciplines while managing technical risks and program re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated system performance from design to launch, balancing technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated spacecraft systems, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering disciplines. Drive technical execution from architecture to mission operations, balancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate the future of government technology by building transformative tools. Lead the design and implementation of user-centric solutions, from robust APIs to intuitive frontends, while developing c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of government technology by building innovative tools that enhance user experiences and streamline workflows, while driving impactful solutions across the technical spectrum...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by owning AWS cloud operations, enhancing reliability, performance, and cost efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless service delivery and operation...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing security and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop full-stack solutions, mentor engineers, and drive impactful projects in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $217K *

Transform cybersecurity by joining our dynamic engineering team to innovate, design, and develop cutting-edge features for next-gen firewalls, working collaboratively to tackle complex challenges and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Security-focused Staff Software Engineer, driving the design and implementation of robust systems to enhance the security of cloud environments while collaborating with vari...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$156K - $262K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data pipelines and infrastructure, enabling analytics and AI-driven capabilities. Collaborate across functions to deliver high-quality data solution...

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2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize Microsoft 365 E5 and endpoint management, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency. Drive modernization efforts, implement best practices, and collaborate a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $180K *

Champion cloud transformation by designing and optimizing AWS infrastructure for mission-critical applications. Lead initiatives in application modernization and DevSecOps, ensuring secure and scalabl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$119K - $234K *

Optimize the deployment and performance of large language models in production, collaborating across teams to enhance reliability, efficiency, and observability within a distributed serving environmen...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $254K *

Transform the digital dining experience by leading full-stack development efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance guest interactions through cutting-edge web solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of testing technology by developing a robust software platform that integrates hardware and automates testing processes, enabling engineers to efficiently validate reactor components...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $194K *

Shape the future of technology by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance systems and mentor junior engineers while driving continuous improve...

1 week ago

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

$174K - $252K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to enhance and scale critical storage systems, optimizing performance and reliability across Google's vast infrastructure while driving impactful solutions in distribute...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to develop scalable full-stack applications, enhancing user experience and driving innovation in portfolio management software for global investment firms. Collaborate across all p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to develop scalable full-stack applications, enhancing a leading portfolio management platform. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional user experiences and drive inn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Reimagine the future of portfolio management by developing scalable full-stack applications. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and tackle complex challenges in a cloud-native environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $200K *

Transform your career by developing robust SDKs that empower customers globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and resiliency while contributing to open-source project...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior DevOps Engineer, focusing on CI/CD platforms, cloud deployments, and infrastructure automation. Leverage your expertise in GCP and Terraform to enhance operational effi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.