Cloud Software Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Cloud Software Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, where companies like Lockheed Martin, AWS, and Palantir have established engineering hubs. Demand is strongest for engineers with deep expertise in cloud-native architecture, distributed systems, and DevSecOps, reflecting Colorado's dense aerospace, defense tech, and enterprise software sectors. Openings range from mid-level individual contributors to principal and staff engineers across both established enterprises and high-growth startups. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerCACI International
Top cityDenver, CO
Work type75% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology
Companies hiring4

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AeroVect
Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure (Cloud)
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AeroVect
Added 1w ago
Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure (Cloud)
AeroVect
Colorado
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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ClickHouse
Cloud Software Engineer
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ClickHouse
Added 1w ago
Cloud Software Engineer
ClickHouse
Denver, Colorado
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$220k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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CACI International
Software Engineer - Cloud and Geospatial Data
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CACI International
Added 2w ago
Software Engineer - Cloud and Geospatial Data
CACI International
Denver, Colorado
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$108k - $228k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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CACI International
Software Engineer - Cloud and Geospatial Data - Mid- Level
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CACI International
Added 2w ago
Software Engineer - Cloud and Geospatial Data - Mid- Level
CACI International
Denver, Colorado
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$90k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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Cloud Software Engineer Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
7 jobs

Cloud Software Engineer Job Market in Colorado

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

Who's Hiring

CACI International
CACI International5 open roles
AeroVect
AeroVect1 open role
ClickHouse
ClickHouse1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

What Colorado Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
  • Hands-on experience designing and deploying cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Go, Java, or C++
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools including Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and DevSecOps practices
  • Strong understanding of cloud security principles, IAM policies, and compliance frameworks

Cloud Software Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cloud software engineer in Colorado?

Cloud software engineering has no state-issued license in Colorado, so the path centers on education and credentials employers recognize. Most roles require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, though bootcamp graduates with strong portfolios do get hired. Vendor certifications from AWS, Microsoft, or Google carry real weight with Colorado employers, particularly those in aerospace, defense, and enterprise software.

How much do cloud software engineers make in Colorado?

Cloud software engineers in Colorado earn a median of about $138,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,480 for the lowest 10% to over $213,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire cloud software engineers in Colorado?

Employers hiring cloud software engineers in Colorado right now include CACI International, AeroVect, and ClickHouse, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, federal contractors, and cloud-native software firms means consistent demand across both security-cleared and commercial engineering tracks.

Which Colorado cities have the most cloud software engineer jobs?

Denver and Colorado hold the most cloud software engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as the state's largest tech employment center, home to AWS, Google, and a dense cluster of enterprise software firms, while Boulder draws cloud engineering roles through its startup ecosystem and university research ties, and Colorado Springs reflects demand from the region's large defense and federal contracting employers.

Are there remote cloud software engineer jobs in Colorado?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of cloud software engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how naturally the work translates to distributed teams. Infrastructure, platform engineering, and backend cloud development roles tend to be the most consistently remote, while roles involving classified government systems or on-site lab environments typically require in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior cloud or DevOps engineer role after earning a foundational vendor certification, such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, paired with a portfolio of deployed projects. Colorado employers like Lockheed Martin, SAIC, and Ball Aerospace run associate and early-career programs that hire candidates without prior professional cloud experience. Roles in QA automation, IT operations, or systems administration at Colorado tech or defense firms also provide a strong lateral move into cloud engineering.

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

You can find and apply to cloud software engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, and beyond. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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