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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$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you design and develop scalable Java applications, transforming mission-focused software into customer-agnostic platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams to me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing and building innovative billing systems that simplify financial transactions and maximize reimbursements, while leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and user experience in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Build the future of medical imaging technology by designing and developing software for MRI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that enhance patient outcome...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Empower innovation by leading software development efforts in AI systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, implement, and optimize scalable services using Go and Python, while fostering a cul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI systems by leveraging your expertise in Go and Python. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize and refine scalable services, ensuring high performance and u...

Austin, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $270K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing systems that empower engineering teams to deliver code rapidly and reliably. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and cloud...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software delivery by designing and managing robust systems and infrastructure, enabling rapid, safe, and reliable code deployment across diverse environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$262K - $364K *

Innovate with us as you lead high-impact software projects, driving architecture and engineering for Accelerator platforms while integrating cutting-edge AI tools to enhance design and development pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $212K *

Champion the design and delivery of scalable software systems, leading technical decisions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate across teams to align solutions with business goals while ensuring high...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$141K - $212K *

Architect scalable software solutions that drive business outcomes. Lead technical design, mentor engineers, and ensure high-performance systems while collaborating across teams to deliver resilient c...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$141K - $212K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable software systems, driving architectural decisions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goa...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$185K - $230K *

Optimize the cloud backbone for an AI platform, ensuring reliability and scalability of the event pipeline. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance agent performance and maintain observabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation as you design and develop cutting-edge applications, collaborating with global teams to solve complex software challenges and enhance user experiences through modern technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$164K - $246K *

Join a team that's redefining data connectivity by leading the development of innovative cloud and edge systems. Drive technical decisions, build robust platforms, and empower engineers to create impa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $151K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by designing, developing, and deploying applications for government services. Collaborate with teams to enhance systems and drive impactful outcomes in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$163K - $236K *

Elevate operational efficiency as you manage and optimize technical infrastructure, ensuring compliance and security for cross-domain systems in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $222K *

Explore the future of backend services in a dynamic team, building and operating impactful microservices for a developer platform, while enhancing developer experience with AI innovations and ensuring...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$161K - $220K *

Architect cutting-edge Cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient platform services. Collaborate with teams to automate and optimize public and private cloud environments, directly...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining robotics by integrating AI/ML with real-world systems. You'll lead the development of intelligent automation solutions, collaborating across disciplines to solve complex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $253K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by developing software-defined storage and virtualization solutions. You will solve complex problems, lead technical execution, and collaborate cross-functionally to enh...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K *

Drive enterprise-level implementations of phishing-resistant authentication solutions, leading technical deployments and integrations across various identity platforms while ensuring customer success...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, full-stack applications. Advocate for best practices in development while engaging with stakeholders...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as you support the Air Force's modernization efforts through software engineering, collaborating across teams to enhance system performance and mission effectiveness in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$168K - $227K *

Drive the architectural vision for AI agent orchestration in advertising, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign management. Shape the future of intelligent advertising by build...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Optimize data systems by designing and maintaining robust infrastructures that enhance data accessibility and analysis. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable solutions and improve existing archit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.