Software Infrastructure Engineer Jobs

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.

What Software Infrastructure Engineers Do

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.

Common Skills and Technologies

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.

Career Opportunities

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.

Find Software Infrastructure Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$144K - $160K *

Drive the development of backend services and APIs for search and discovery features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and ensure system reliability and performanc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $178K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing DevOps practices by implementing cutting-edge automation, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration. Collaborate with tech teams to optimize operations and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in embedded systems, driving end-to-end development of prototype hardware. Collaborate in a dynamic team to define architectures, design systems, and enhance technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $400K *

Transform customer experiences by designing and building robust systems for configuring, training, and monitoring AI agents, ensuring usability for non-technical teams while maintaining powerful funct...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of scalable cloud applications while mentoring a team of engineers. Drive collaboration across departments and uphold high standards of software quality and security. Contribute t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation as a Staff Cloud Platform Engineer, enhancing cloud capabilities and leading teams to deliver exceptional deployment experiences through automation and modern tooling...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of robust enterprise applications, focused on Java and Spring Framework, while driving agile methodologies and fostering innovative solutions in a collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate infrastructure and security by designing scalable systems, safeguarding sensitive data, and embedding security practices across teams. Collaborate to enhance developer velocity while ensuring...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $400K *

Lead the charge in designing and building robust systems for AI agent configuration, training, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver user-friendly solutions that...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $400K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping AI agent systems, driving innovation through self-serve functionalities and robust monitoring tools. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver impa...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $280K *

Drive the design and success of global software systems linking physical robots with digital management tools, enhancing performance, reliability, and user trust as operations scale from hundreds to t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $195K *

Drive innovation by leading software engineering teams to deliver scalable digital solutions. Collaborate across departments to enhance enterprise platforms, AI services, and cloud technologies, ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive automation and cloud solutions, enhancing infrastructure services and supporting critical platform implementations. Collaborate on innovative projects while ensuring s...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Engineer innovative cloud solutions by leveraging AWS skills, programming expertise in Python or Go, and a solid Linux foundation to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and solve complex engineerin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Develop and enhance cutting-edge cloud solutions using AWS, Python, and Linux. Collaborate with a strong engineering team to design, implement, and manage robust software architectures while tackling...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $222K *

Drive impactful infrastructure solutions by designing, securing, and evolving systems across diverse computing environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance engineering standards and operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $200K *

Grow your career as you design and develop software for robotics and automation, enhancing intelligent systems for national security missions. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver innovative sol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive complex technical initiatives, owning the entire SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement cloud-native systems that enhance a platform use...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of technology by developing high-performance models for advanced SoC designs, enhancing software-hardware integration, and driving improvements in performance, power efficiency, a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $266K *

Engineer the future of administrative services for a large-scale, global mission platform. Lead teams to design, implement, and evolve control-plane services, ensuring optimal user experiences for div...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and architecture of a cutting-edge data lakehouse, transforming vast radio data streams into valuable assets for AI/ML workloads. Lead the development of scalable data management s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Shape the future of ground systems by developing embedded software for antenna control, integrating electromechanical components, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable opera...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $101K *

Empower technology innovation as you design, develop, and maintain software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge cryptographic solutions on a government contract...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $161K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor, designing and operating scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Embed best practices into agile workflows, focusing on engineering excellence and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $161K *

Unlock scalable, resilient cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps practices, engineering CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with product teams to enhance software development lifecycles through automa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Infrastructure Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.