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.
Software Engineer - Systems Performance, CoreOS
$120K - $145K *
Champion the development of Apple’s operating systems by tackling performance challenges across usability, API design, and cross-platform compatibility, while collaborating with app developers to enha...
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Software Engineer - Full Stack & AI-Enabled Development
$95K - $115K *
Transform ideas into secure, scalable applications by collaborating with business users. Leverage modern AI tools and full-stack development skills to deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced envi...
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$95K - $115K *
Join our team as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, driving the design and management of secure Azure environments. Focus on reliability, scalability, and optimization while mentoring junior engineers a...
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Principal DevOps Engineer (Top Secret Clearance)
$114K - $171K *
Champion the development of cutting-edge Mission Planning systems by creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient software delivery, and supporting team collaboration in a dynamic envi...
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Software Engineer II, Engineering
$125K - $145K *
Join our team to drive the development and operation of features that enhance educators' capabilities for managing English Learner programs, working full-stack from design through deployment and beyon...
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Systems Engineer 1 - (Linux, Python, Apache NiFi)
$148K - $181K *
Partner with us to support dynamic 24x7 operations, maintaining systems and networks essential for national decision-making. Leverage Linux expertise and troubleshooting skills in this mission-critica...
1 month ago
Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
$120K - $145K *
Transform systems reliability by engineering scalable, fault-tolerant infrastructures. Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to enhance performance, monitoring, and automate processes for opti...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer II, Engineering
$125K - $145K *
Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...
Reposted today
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by supporting Navy tactical communications systems through software and hardware infrastructure management. Join a dynamic team focused on developing and maintaining Linux server a...
1 week ago
Senior Platform Engineer (DevSecOps)
$82K - $172K *
Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure by designing and scaling innovative applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers to deliver high-performance systems in a mission-criti...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading a team focused on delivering high-quality backend solutions. As a hands-on expert, you'll ensure architectural integrity and drive the development of a secure, reliable...
4 weeks ago
Staff Software Engineer - AI Native Authoring
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining data experiences; leverage AI and build end-to-end solutions that transform how users interact with data, innovate rapidly, and drive significant business impact in a col...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
$104K - $157K *
Transform your career by leading the automation of cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with development teams to enhance CI/CD processes, standardize Terraform and Ansible practices, and ensure a resili...
2 weeks ago
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
$104K - $157K *
Drive the evolution of cloud infrastructure by automating processes, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and standardizing IaC practices. Collaborate with development teams to ensure a resilient, scalable, and...
2 weeks ago
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
$104K - $157K *
Transform cloud infrastructure by automating processes and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with development teams to standardize Terraform and Ansible, ensuring a resilient and scalable environ...
2 weeks ago
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
$104K - $157K *
Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading automation efforts, standardizing IaC practices, and collaborating with development teams to enhance GCP environments, ensuring resilience and scala...
2 weeks ago
Senior Business Systems Engineer - Product & Engineering Platforms
$120K - $145K *
Drive the evolution of product and engineering systems by managing platforms like Jira and Aha!. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows, integrations, and reporting, ensuring tools align...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's pushing boundaries in AI-driven software development. As a key product engineer, you will lead high-impact projects, collaborate across disciplines, and shape the user experience fr...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer 2 (Kernel Development)
$110K - $218K *
Innovate in kernel-level systems by developing and enhancing AHV features, ensuring reliability, performance, and security while collaborating with open-source communities and utilizing C/Golang/Rust...
4 weeks ago
Software Engineer, AI Platform
$140K - $200K *
Innovate with our AI platform to shape intelligent tools and infrastructure. Lead development across the AI stack, transforming workflows and enhancing collaboration through advanced engineering solut...
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Software Engineer, AI Platform
$140K - $200K *
Unlock the potential of AI by building a transformative platform. Own the infrastructure and systems that integrate engineering workflows into powerful AI tools for diverse teams, driving innovation a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$170K - $195K *
Empower innovation by designing and coding containerized applications, ensuring compliance and performance across diverse environments. Collaborate with developers to enhance software solutions and ma...
6 days ago
$170K - $195K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on secure software development and artifact management. Leverage your expertise to enhance NCIS systems while ensuring compliance with industry...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Engage in driving AI innovations by designing and implementing robust solutions that enhance integration with platforms and applications. This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and hands-on d...
3 weeks ago
$118K - $175K *
Elevate technical integration and governance across enterprise IT programs, ensuring alignment of systems and processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to address complex challenges and drive consisten...
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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.