Software infrastructure engineers build and maintain the foundational systems that applications and engineering teams rely on. Their work can span cloud platforms, distributed services, deployment tooling, networking, storage, and observability. Explore vetted Software Infrastructure Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where listed roles pay $100,000 or more.
Depending on the organization, infrastructure engineers design scalable systems, automate provisioning and deployments, improve platform reliability, and help teams operate software securely and efficiently. They may develop internal platforms and developer tools, manage cloud environments, optimize performance, or troubleshoot complex production issues.
Employers often seek experience with Linux, networking, scripting or systems programming, cloud providers, containers, orchestration, infrastructure as code, and CI/CD. Familiarity with distributed systems, databases, monitoring, incident response, and security practices can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by role and company.
Software infrastructure engineers work across technology companies and other organizations with substantial software operations. Related paths may include platform engineering, site reliability engineering, cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, and infrastructure architecture. Senior and leadership roles may involve setting technical direction, mentoring engineers, and coordinating platform strategy across teams.
Search Software Infrastructure Engineer openings and compare responsibilities, technologies, and work arrangements to find roles aligned with your experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next opportunity.
Silicon Engineer, Infrastructure Validation
$130K - $155K *
Drive the validation of custom ASICs for data center infrastructure, ensuring robust performance from pre-silicon to production. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and optimize silicon solutions...
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Join us to develop and enhance innovative software solutions that support critical missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure application reliability and security while leveraging mod...
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Software Development Engineer Staff
$134K - $200K *
Shape the future of developer experience by designing and operating self-service systems that enhance productivity and reduce toil. Collaborate across teams to implement AI-driven SDLC models, ensurin...
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Software Development Engineer Staff
$121K - $181K *
Innovate solutions that enhance the Developer Platform, streamlining tooling and automation for engineers. As a Software Engineer, you'll design self-service systems and implement AI-driven SDLC model...
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Software Development Engineer Staff
$134K - $200K *
Drive innovation by designing self-service systems that enhance developer productivity and streamline AI-driven software development processes, ensuring quality and compliance across engineering teams...
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Software Development Engineer Staff
$102K - $152K *
Join a team that's redefining developer experience by designing and operating self-service systems. You'll enhance automation and AI-driven SDLC practices, empowering engineers to innovate efficiently...
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Software Development Engineer Staff
$146K - $218K *
Drive innovation in developer experience by designing self-service systems that enhance productivity and reduce toil. Collaborate across teams to implement AI-driven SDLC models, ensuring quality and...
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Enterprise Integration Software Engineer
$103K - $113K *
Engage and optimize enterprise integration through hands-on software engineering, mastering modern integration technologies and frameworks. Contribute to agile project delivery while gaining insights...
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$118K - $176K *
Optimize Kubernetes operations in both on-premises and AWS environments. Collaborate closely with internal teams to elevate reliability and scalability of platform infrastructure while maintaining ope...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer 2 (IDN - 192)
$110K - $130K *
Tackle complex software engineering challenges as you develop innovative solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance deployment processes and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a technol...
4 weeks ago
Software Engineer 2 (IDN - 192)
$100K - $120K *
Support our software development efforts by implementing automation solutions. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance CI/CD pipelines, contribute to Agile methodologies, and ensure high-quality de...
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$180K - $288K *
Develop and enhance IT systems focusing on identity and access management, ensuring secure and efficient workflows. Collaborate with IT and Security teams to automate processes and improve system reli...
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Join a dynamic team to enhance IT systems through identity management and automation. Collaborate with IT and Security to optimize workflows, ensuring secure access and device management while leverag...
1 week ago
$180K - $288K *
Unlock the potential of our IT systems by enhancing identity and access management. Collaborate with IT and Security teams to streamline workflows, automate processes, and ensure robust device managem...
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$86K - $165K *
Empower your career by developing and supporting manufacturing applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance shop floor operations through innovative software solutions, ensuring efficiency and comp...
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$86K - $165K *
Unlock potential by developing and supporting manufacturing applications, enhancing shop floor operations through custom software solutions, and ensuring optimal performance of critical systems in a d...
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Staff Software Engineer - Backend
$135K - $160K *
Transform the development of our cloud platform by designing scalable systems for resource allocation, billing, and APIs that enhance user experience and facilitate global antenna scheduling while col...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Automation Tools
$196K - $243K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge test automation tools, enhancing efficient testing across platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to improve workflows, empower engineers, and revolutionize the...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer - Canada
$110K - $130K *
Design scalable backend systems while collaborating with product teams to enhance functionality. Own large projects from planning to deployment, ensuring high quality and performance aligned with cust...
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Senior Software Engineer - Canada
$110K - $130K *
Join a growing team of engineers to enhance scalable backend systems, drive product features, and deliver quality solutions that streamline global supply chain operations while collaborating closely w...
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Software Engineer 3 - (Python, Terraform, AWS)
$241K - $295K *
Lead the charge in evolving infrastructure architecture and AI workflows. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance, design complex solutions, and mentor engineers in a dynamic environment...
1 week ago
Staff Engineer, Product Software
$88K - $132K *
Drive the development of scalable systems and APIs that enhance our core infrastructure services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and efficient designs that meet business ne...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Product Software
$130K - $194K *
Execute scalable backend system designs and lead cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities. Use your expertise in distributed systems and API development to solve complex engineering chal...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Product Software
$118K - $176K *
Optimize scalable backend systems as a Software Engineer, bridging application logic with infrastructure execution. Drive API evolution using Ruby on Rails and Go, collaborating across teams to enhanc...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Product Software
$118K - $176K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable, scalable infrastructure platforms. You’ll design and maintain systems and APIs, analyzing business requirements to ensure they align with our core of...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
What does a Software Infrastructure Engineer do?
A Software Infrastructure Engineer develops and supports the foundational systems behind software products and engineering workflows. Responsibilities may include cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, deployment automation, platform tools, reliability, and production troubleshooting.
What skills are commonly required for Software Infrastructure Engineer jobs?
Requirements vary, but roles commonly call for experience with Linux, cloud services, networking, scripting or systems programming, containers, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, and monitoring. Distributed systems, security, and incident response experience may also be useful.
Are Software Infrastructure Engineer jobs available remotely?
Some employers offer remote or hybrid Software Infrastructure Engineer positions, while others require on-site or location-specific work. Check each job listing for its location and work arrangement.
What related job titles should I search for?
Related titles can include Infrastructure Engineer, Platform Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, Systems Engineer, and DevOps Engineer. Titles and responsibilities differ across employers.
What salary range can I expect for these jobs on Ladders?
Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, seniority, and scope of responsibility; review individual listings for salary details.