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 roles7
Top employerAmazon
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring4
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring5

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Software Development Engineer, Amazon Marketing Cloud Assistant
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Software Development Engineer, Amazon Marketing Cloud Assistant
Amazon.com
Boulder, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
$144k - $194k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Technical Program Manager III, Software Integration and Fiber Infrastructure, Cloud Networking
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Technical Program Manager III, Software Integration and Fiber Infrastructure, Cloud Networking
Google
Thornton, Colorado
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$163k - $236k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Cloud Software Development Intern - The Toro Company
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Cloud Software Development Intern - The Toro Company
The Toro Company
Frederick, Colorado
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$20 - $24/hr
5,001-10,000

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Software Development Manager, Frontier Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC)
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Software Development Manager, Frontier Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC)
Amazon Web Services
Denver, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
$185k - $250k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Software Development Engineer, Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) Networking
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Software Development Engineer, Amazon Dedicated Cloud (ADC) Networking
Amazon.com
Denver, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
$144k - $194k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Cloud Software Engineer Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
3 jobs
Boulder
1 job
Thornton
1 job
Frederick
1 job

Cloud Software Engineer Job Market in Colorado

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

Who's Hiring

Amazon2 open roles
Amazon Web Services2 open roles
Google1 open role

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 Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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, Colorado, and Boulder 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.

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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