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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$100K - $300K *

Cogent Security is seeking talented Backend Senior and Staff Engineers to design and implement backend services and integrations for their autonomous AI workers. The role involves building scalable in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $300K *

Cogent Security is seeking talented Backend Senior and Staff Engineers to design and implement backend services and integrations for their autonomous AI workers. The role involves building scalable in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $209K *

Architect systems to drive the future of GPU platforms for AI/ML workloads. Lead design, development, and operational excellence in a collaborative environment, enabling large-scale performance and re...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $215K *

Join the charge in shaping robust web infrastructure as a Mid-Level Systems Administrator, where you'll manage Linux servers and AWS, troubleshoot applications, and collaborate across teams to ensure...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform software support by investigating issues, analyzing logs, and collaborating closely with teams to implement effective solutions and enhancements, while actively participating in Agile method...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Engage in software engineering support by tackling software issues, analyzing logs, creating Jira tickets, and collaborating within Agile teams to enhance software applications and ensure exceptional...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining robust data systems, developing ETL pipelines, and creating insightful dashboards. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational performance and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $225K *

Engineer a robust backend platform for cutting-edge connected devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and reliability across cloud services, APIs, and real-ti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation as a senior software engineer, leading the development of an AI-driven travel management platform. You'll create scalable systems, integrate APIs, and ensure high-quality standards wh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $98K *

Shape the future of AEC workflows by leading product ownership and Agile delivery for an Engineering Tools team. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize needs, validate outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Champion the reliability and scalability of our autonomous fleet by architecting the vehicle operating environment, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and integrating hardware-software solutions for global d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of software delivery by ensuring reliability, security, and automation in our GitHub environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance developer experience while enforcing co...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$234K - $436K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dynamic team to enhance a secure, reliable cloud platform. Leverage your cloud infrastructure and software development skills to build and support a leading data pr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $306K *

Shape the future of scalable systems by mentoring teams and leading architecture for high-impact, fault-tolerant designs. Drive innovation and optimize performance for hyper-scale workloads while ensu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming physical asset management with cutting-edge software and hardware solutions. Be part of a dynamic group focused on building low-latency networking infrastructures for n...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $228K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative test solutions for next-gen vehicle manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and validation of electrical compone...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $162K *

Lead the charge in implementing cutting-edge software solutions for automated systems. Collaborate with clients to optimize warehouse operations, ensuring seamless integration and support throughout t...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $240K *

Transform cloud platforms by leading teams to deliver seamless agentic workload solutions. Foster collaboration, drive innovation, and mentor engineers while shaping a culture of technical excellence...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$105K - $125K *

Manage aircraft interface definition and integration, ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines. Drive high-lift system integration and coordinate technical closure with partners to enhance e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by integrating aircraft systems and ensuring seamless interface closure across disciplines. Leverage your expertise to drive technical solutions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Innovate aircraft systems integration by defining interfaces and ensuring closure across disciplines. Collaborate with partners to resolve conflicts and support verification planning, driving progress...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Drive the development of advanced embedded Linux systems, enhancing communication and processing technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that ensure milit...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Transform application delivery by automating workflows and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to build secure AWS infrastructure and integrate security practices, ensuring reliable soft...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $213K *

Transform data processing by building robust, low-latency pipelines for infrared missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality geospatial data products, ensuring reliabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.