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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$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Transform systems engineering by delivering critical support for FAA Radar System Replacement through site surveys, testing, and technical documentation to optimize performance and ensure compliance t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $105K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to support and enhance FAA Radar systems by conducting site surveys, technical testing, and system integration under the guidance of senior staff, ensuring compliance a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of autonomous vehicles by developing advanced control systems. Collaborate on platform control software, ensuring precise vehicle actuation and integration with body control syste...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $114K *

Innovate and deliver AI-driven software solutions, translating complex business needs into scalable applications. Collaborate across teams to develop production-grade systems that enhance intelligent...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic Digital Technology team to develop scalable, customer-centric web and app experiences. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and operational efficiencies while leading modern...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join our innovative team to create reliable, scalable web applications by delivering high-quality code while collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve impactful solutions. Take ownership...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $243K *

Unlock potential by architecting high-performance data systems that power analytics and streamline workflows. Collaborate across teams to build scalable solutions and mentor junior engineers, shaping...

1 week ago

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

$166K - $291K *

Elevate your career by designing and operating robust telephony integrations. Collaborate with customers to ensure seamless connectivity between their systems and our Voice ecosystem, focusing on reli...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare by developing cutting-edge AI/ML models to analyze data. You'll collaborate closely with a dynamic team to enhance care delivery and streamline processes, driving significant impr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Innovate internal tools and integrations for sales, operations, and customer success teams. Lead development efforts, ensure data accuracy, and enhance system efficiency while collaborating across dep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$195K - $250K *

Innovate in healthcare by leading the development of scalable billing solutions that enhance customer experiences and streamline workflows, while owning features and participating in end-to-end softwa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $250K *

Transform healthcare by leading development in billing systems, focusing on scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience through innovative software engin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $215K *

Elevate our cloud infrastructure by developing robust tools for deployment, monitoring, and maintenance. Join a dynamic team of engineers focused on enhancing CI/CD processes and driving developer pro...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Discover innovative solutions by designing and managing GTM systems, including Salesforce and Clay. Lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance revenue processes, ensuring scalability, reliability...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge backend services for an AI-driven application platform, enhancing developer experience and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Grow your skills by developing backend services for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance developer experience and ensure quality, scalability, and security in modern...

6 days 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 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.