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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$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...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   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

3 days ago

  •   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

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Drive innovation by architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for access security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise capabilities, ensuring scalable and secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build innovative software for accelerated computing systems. Tackle complex technical challenges, enhance engineering practices, and collaborate across teams to drive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $356K *

Innovate robust software solutions for accelerated computing systems. Tackle complex technical challenges, enhance engineering practices, and collaborate across teams to drive impactful results in a d...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $356K *

Transform software systems by designing and maintaining solutions that evaluate data center performance, collaborating across teams, and enhancing engineering quality through effective testing and ope...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of our iOS platform by designing and implementing scalable features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance client interactions with emis...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative BT systems by influencing design and collaborating across teams. Drive enhancements in wireless technologies like Wi-Fi and cellular, while specifying requirements and improving ov...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $270K *

Transform the landscape of software development by designing foundational platforms, enhancing distributed systems, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive new features in a fast-paced AI-driven...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $270K *

Lead the design and development of foundational platforms crucial for scaling operations. Collaborate across teams to drive effective programming practices while enhancing cloud infrastructure and sof...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Lead the charge in driving cloud infrastructure programs, collaborating with partners to enhance AI capacity and operational excellence. Utilize your expertise to manage complex projects and foster in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $322K *

Partner with us to drive cloud infrastructure programs, collaborating with engineering teams and external partners to enhance AI capacity and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $227K *

Contribute to building a cutting-edge security platform that automates incident response and threat analysis. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design scalable systems, ensuring operational reliabili...

1 week ago

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

$96K - $145K *

Champion innovation by leading the design and implementation of cloud-native AI platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform ideas into scalable solutions and enhancements for enterprise-leve...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   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.