Software Infrastructure Engineer Jobs

Explore Software Infrastructure Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. These engineers build and maintain the foundational systems that help software teams develop, deploy, and operate applications reliably at scale.

What Does a Software Infrastructure Engineer Do?

Software Infrastructure Engineers design, implement, and support the platforms and services behind modern software products. Their work may include cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, internal developer platforms, networking, storage, deployment pipelines, and infrastructure automation. They collaborate with software, security, and operations teams to improve system performance, availability, and resilience.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with cloud providers, Linux, containers, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, networking, observability, and scripting or programming languages such as Python, Go, or Java. Familiarity with security practices, incident response, capacity planning, and distributed systems can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer and level.

Career Opportunities

Software Infrastructure Engineer roles are available across technology companies and other organizations investing in scalable digital services. Related titles may include Platform Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, and Infrastructure Software Engineer. Senior and staff-level opportunities may involve technical leadership, architecture decisions, and mentoring.

Find Software Infrastructure Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Software Infrastructure Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare job requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details to find opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

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$60K - $140K *

Unlock potential by developing automation frameworks and tools that enhance software deployment and validation processes, ensuring high-quality silicon integration and system performance across divers...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $280K *

Drive the design and operation of automated infrastructure for software deployment and testing, collaborating with engineering teams to enhance reliability and efficiency across multiple spacecraft an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Grow your skills by building and maintaining edge computing infrastructure, focusing on virtualization, container orchestration, and automation within a dynamic Department of Defense testing and evalu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $210K *

Drive the expansion of AI infrastructure by managing data center projects, from site evaluation to network design and vendor negotiations, ensuring efficient and reliable operations across multiple lo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Reimagine the infrastructure that drives autonomous vehicle operations, ensuring efficient data processing and software delivery in a dynamic environment. Lead technical efforts to support operational...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software solutions by leveraging your technical expertise to design, develop, and enhance large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems, ensuring optimal...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to build and optimize critical infrastructure for real-time decision systems, enhancing reliability, performance, and developer efficiency across our innovative platform...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative database solutions on GCP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management and analytics, driving technical exce...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Elevate infrastructure solutions by developing large-scale systems and networks. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud technologies and deliver critical services for diverse industries, ensuring opt...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Empower your career with a role focused on developing large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud technologies and deliver critical services for diverse...

Cambridge, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the charge in building robust infrastructure for cloud solutions, collaborating with teams to deliver critical services for diverse customers, and ensuring high-quality software development and d...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the development of large-scale infrastructure solutions, optimizing cloud technologies and enhancing software products. Collaborate with teams to deliver mission-critical services for diverse cus...

Cambridge, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize security infrastructure by building workload identity systems that streamline authentication and authorization, enhancing developer experience while bolstering compliance across applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Collaborate to design, develop, and maintain software solutions, ensuring high-quality standards and performance. Engage in code reviews, lead design discussions, and troubleshoot complex system issue...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Drive innovation by developing large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance technology solutions that empower users globally, while tackling complex ch...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation by developing and maintaining tools to enhance data center deployment and operations, enabling robust infrastructure solutions at a global scale while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system reliability and performance. Leverage your technical expertise to design, implement, and optimize large-scale infrastructure while leading and mentorin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $220K *

Thread AI is seeking a skilled Software Engineer with a strong foundation in infrastructure to ensure the scalability and reliability of their AI-native workflow orchestration platform. The ideal cand...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $465K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative system-level testing, integrating local lab setups with cloud infrastructures, ensuring end-to-end platform stability and reliable deployment verification acros...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge cybersecurity products from inception. You will architect and implement large-scale systems, focusing on embedded solutions and software management while advan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $210K *

Develop and enhance large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems, collaborating with teams to write code, conduct design reviews, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliab...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Transform smart home technology by architecting resilient, scalable infrastructure that connects devices seamlessly, enhancing user experiences through innovative solutions and proactive AI integratio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $143K *

Build and enhance secure, scalable cloud solutions while driving automation and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality outcomes and contribute to technical innovation in cloud env...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with an innovative team designing and managing a Kubernetes control plane for seamless deployment and operations, ensuring production reliability, customer onboarding, and infrastruct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support and enhance development and test infrastructures by automating processes, improving reliability, and ensuring security in both cloud and on-premise environments to drive operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Infrastructure Engineer do?question toggle

    A Software Infrastructure Engineer builds and maintains the systems and platforms that support software development and production applications. Responsibilities can include cloud services, deployment tooling, networking, automation, reliability, and performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for Software Infrastructure Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include cloud platforms, Linux, containers, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, networking, monitoring, and programming or scripting. Requirements differ by role and employer.

  • What job titles are related to Software Infrastructure Engineer?question toggle

    Related titles include Platform Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, and Infrastructure Software Engineer.

  • How much do Software Infrastructure Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for an individual Software Infrastructure Engineer role varies based on factors such as location, experience, responsibilities, and employer.