Cloud Developer Jobs in California
Cloud developer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, fintech, and entertainment technology at every level from entry-level associate through principal and staff engineer. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, where employers like Google, Salesforce, and Amazon Web Services maintain major California engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are cloud-native application development, multi-cloud architecture, and DevOps platform engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Cloud Developer
Location: West Sacramento, CA - on-site 2-3 days per week
Duration: 12 + months (possibility of extension)
MGT is seeking an experienced Cloud Developer to fill a temporary assignment for their CLIENT. Selected candidate will be an employee of MGT for 12 + months (possibility of extension) as needed, and services contracted to the Client.
Minimum Qualifications of Candidate
- At least three (3) years of experience with AWS cloud platform and services like Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)/virtual machines (VM) Instances, S3/Cloud Storage, Serverless (AWS Lambda, Cloud Functions), and IAM (Identity & Access Management).
- At least three (3) years with CI/CD tools in particular GitHub and basic version control workflows.
- At least three (3) years of experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
- At least three (3) years of experience to build, deploy, and debug basic web applications with familiarity with APIs [Representational State Transfer (REST)] and using Python, Node.js or C#.
- At least three (3) years of experience using Docker, Kubernetes [Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)] and container orchestration.
- At least three (3) years of experience of structured query language (SQL) and/or not only SQL (NoSQL) databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
- At least three (3) years of experience with Encryption standards, Secrets management (AWS Secrets Manager, HashiCorp Vault), Compliance frameworks [Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC2)].
Additional Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the AWS Well-Architected Framework and ability to apply its principles in designing scalable and secure solutions.
- Experience with migrating legacy systems to AWS cloud-native services or re-platforming existing workloads.
- Experience with cost optimization strategies using AWS Cost Explorer, Trusted Advisor, or resource tagging and chargeback models.
- Experience with automated security and compliance enforcement using tools like AWS Config, Security Hub, or custom Lambda policies.
- Experience setting up centralized logging using CloudWatch Logs, CloudTrail, or third-party tools like Splunk.
- Scripting experience with Bash, PowerShell, or equivalent.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) cloud services (e.g., SageMaker) and multi-cloud architecture.
Job Title: Cloud Developer
Location: West Sacramento, CA - on-site 2-3 days per week
Duration: 12 + months (possibility of extension)
MGT is seeking an experienced Cloud Developer to fill a temporary assignment for their CLIENT. Selected candidate will be an employee of MGT for 12 + months (possibility of extension) as needed, and services contracted to the Client.
Minimum Qualifications of Candidate
- At least three (3) years of experience with AWS cloud platform and services like Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)/virtual machines (VM) Instances, S3/Cloud Storage, Serverless (AWS Lambda, Cloud Functions), and IAM (Identity & Access Management).
- At least three (3) years with CI/CD tools in particular GitHub and basic version control workflows.
- At least three (3) years of experience using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
- At least three (3) years of experience to build, deploy, and debug basic web applications with familiarity with APIs [Representational State Transfer (REST)] and using Python, Node.js or C#.
- At least three (3) years of experience using Docker, Kubernetes [Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS)] and container orchestration.
- At least three (3) years of experience of structured query language (SQL) and/or not only SQL (NoSQL) databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
- At least three (3) years of experience with Encryption standards, Secrets management (AWS Secrets Manager, HashiCorp Vault), Compliance frameworks [Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC2)].
Additional Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the AWS Well-Architected Framework and ability to apply its principles in designing scalable and secure solutions.
- Experience with migrating legacy systems to AWS cloud-native services or re-platforming existing workloads.
- Experience with cost optimization strategies using AWS Cost Explorer, Trusted Advisor, or resource tagging and chargeback models.
- Experience with automated security and compliance enforcement using tools like AWS Config, Security Hub, or custom Lambda policies.
- Experience setting up centralized logging using CloudWatch Logs, CloudTrail, or third-party tools like Splunk.
- Scripting experience with Bash, PowerShell, or equivalent.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) cloud services (e.g., SageMaker) and multi-cloud architecture.
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Cloud Developer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Oracle5
- Uber5
- SIDRAM TECHNOLOGIES4
- Adobe3
- Esri3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software58
- Electronics & Hardware9
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Artificial Intelligence4
- Insurance4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud developer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go for cloud-native application development
- Familiarity with containerization tools including Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Pulumi
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in production environments
Cloud Developer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cloud developer in California?
Cloud developer roles in California do not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and certifications recognized by employers. Most California hiring teams expect a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering, though strong candidates also come from accredited coding programs at California community colleges and CSU or UC campuses. Vendor certifications from AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure consistently strengthen applications at every level.
How much do cloud developers make in California?
Cloud developers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cloud developers in California?
Employers hiring cloud developers in California right now include Oracle, Uber, and SIDRAM TECHNOLOGIES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of cloud-first technology companies, enterprise software firms, and large financial institutions means demand for cloud developers is distributed across both Bay Area and Southern California hiring centers.
Which California cities have the most cloud developer jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and Santa Clara account for the most cloud developer openings in California. The Bay Area concentration reflects the headquarters density of major cloud platform providers and enterprise software companies, while Los Angeles hiring is driven by media technology, fintech, and the growing number of cloud infrastructure teams supporting the entertainment industry.
Are there remote cloud developer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Cloud development is inherently remote-compatible because the work centers on writing and deploying code to cloud platforms rather than maintaining physical infrastructure on site. About 21% of cloud developer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly California employers have adopted distributed engineering team models. Roles focused on architecture design and platform engineering tend to offer the most remote flexibility.
How can I get hired as a cloud developer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior cloud engineer role, which California technology companies and large enterprises regularly fill with recent graduates. Google, Salesforce, and major California-based financial institutions run structured new-grad and early-career engineering programs that accept candidates without professional experience. Building a portfolio of deployed cloud projects on AWS or Google Cloud and earning an entry-level vendor certification signals readiness to California hiring managers evaluating candidates from adjacent roles like systems administrator or backend developer.
Where can I find and apply to cloud developer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to cloud developer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from the listing.
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