Cloud Software Engineer Jobs in California

Cloud Software Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise SaaS, fintech, AI infrastructure, and defense technology with demand running from entry-level associate engineers through principal and staff-level architects. The heaviest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Qualcomm have deep engineering footprints. In-demand specialties include cloud-native application development, Kubernetes and container orchestration, and multi-cloud architecture on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,748+
Top employerNVIDIA
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring93
Work type72% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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AMPURE CHARGING SYSTEMS INC
Backend Cloud Software Engineer
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Backend Cloud Software Engineer
AMPURE CHARGING SYSTEMS INC
Monrovia, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
$90k - $115k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Mainspring Energy
Staff Cloud Platform Software Engineer
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Staff Cloud Platform Software Engineer
Mainspring Energy
Menlo Park, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$162k - $190k/yr
On-Site
None

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Mainspring Energy
Principal Cloud Platform Software Engineer
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Mainspring Energy
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Principal Cloud Platform Software Engineer
Mainspring Energy
Menlo Park, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
Data Science
Backend Engineering
$210k - $247k/yr
On-Site
None

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ByteDance
Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure
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ByteDance
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Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure
ByteDance
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$156k - $317k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Perplexity
Member of Technical Staff (Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure)
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Member of Technical Staff (Software Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure)
Perplexity
San Francisco, California
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$220k - $405k/yr
On-Site
None

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Cloud Software Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
773 jobs
Santa Clara
294 jobs
San Jose
248 jobs
Sunnyvale
230 jobs
Mountain View
190 jobs
San Mateo
113 jobs
Palo Alto
100 jobs
Cupertino
99 jobs
San Diego
92 jobs

Cloud Software Engineer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA130
  • Apple
    Apple126
  • Amazon
    Amazon82
  • Palo Alto Networks
    Palo Alto Networks81
  • Google
    Google80

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software1,520
  • Electronics & Hardware279
  • Artificial Intelligence155
  • Consulting & Professional Services132
  • Banking & Financial Services120

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cloud software engineer jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Proficiency in one or more languages commonly used in cloud development, including Python, Java, or Go
  • Experience designing or operating containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code tools, and DevOps practices
  • Strong understanding of cloud security principles, identity management, and compliance requirements

Cloud Software Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cloud software engineer in California?

Cloud software engineer roles in California do not require a state-issued license or registration. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, though some accept equivalent experience. Earning vendor credentials from AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure meaningfully strengthens a candidacy. California's density of tech employers means new graduates often find their first role through campus recruiting at UC Berkeley, UCLA, Cal Poly, or UCSD.

How much do cloud software engineers make in California?

Cloud software engineers 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 software engineers in California?

Employers hiring cloud software engineers in California right now include NVIDIA, Apple, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of enterprise software, AI, and defense technology companies means hiring is active across the Bay Area, Greater Los Angeles, and San Diego.

Which California cities have the most cloud software engineer jobs?

San Francisco, Santa Clara, and San Jose have the most cloud software engineer openings in California. The Bay Area dominates because of its density of cloud-native companies and hyperscaler campuses, while Los Angeles draws volume from media technology and fintech and San Diego from defense contractors and life sciences firms that rely heavily on cloud infrastructure.

Are there remote cloud software engineer jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 28% of cloud software engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how naturally the work fits distributed teams. Infrastructure, platform engineering, and DevOps roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles involving sensitive government or defense workloads are more likely to require on-site presence in California.

How can I get hired as a cloud software engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate associate software engineer or cloud operations role, which large California employers like Google, Salesforce, and Oracle run as structured programs for candidates without professional experience. Building a portfolio of deployed cloud projects on AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure and earning an entry-level vendor certification gives candidates a concrete edge. Adjacent roles such as IT systems administrator, DevOps technician, or cloud support engineer are common lateral moves at California tech firms and managed service providers.

Where can I find and apply to cloud software engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to cloud software engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across the Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego, and beyond. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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