Remote Cloud Systems Engineer Jobs

Remote Cloud Systems Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like cloud infrastructure, enterprise software, cybersecurity, and financial technology, where distributed engineering teams depend on this role to build and maintain scalable systems. Companies hiring remotely right now include SMX, Qumulo, and Henry Schein, from early-career engineers to senior architects. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerSMX
Top credentialMaster's degree
Companies hiring13

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Assoc. Manager, Application Management, Data Management, Global EPM Cloud Systems COE
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Assoc. Manager, Application Management, Data Management, Global EPM Cloud Systems COE
Henry Schein
Remote
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$101k - $157k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Senior Systems Engineer SME Cloud Infrastructure & DevSecOps TS/SCI
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Senior Systems Engineer SME Cloud Infrastructure & DevSecOps TS/SCI
Geospatial and Cloud Analytics
Quantico, Virginia
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$170k - $190k/yr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED

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Systems Engineer-Intermediate: Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization
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Systems Engineer-Intermediate: Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization
LinTech Global, Inc.
Washington, District of Columbia
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$100k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
51-200

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Senior Cloud Systems Administrator
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Senior Cloud Systems Administrator
Energy Trust Of Oregon
Portland, Oregon
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$119k - $153k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Senior Systems Engineer (Southeast Region) - Hybrid Cloud Storage
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Senior Systems Engineer (Southeast Region) - Hybrid Cloud Storage
Qumulo
Atlanta, Georgia
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$235k - $265k/yr
Remote (US)
51-200

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Remote Cloud Systems Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

SMX1 open role
Qumulo1 open role
Henry Schein1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote cloud systems engineer jobs.

  • Hands-on experience designing and managing infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in a cloud environment
  • Active cloud certification from AWS, Microsoft, or Google Cloud
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field

Tips for Your Remote Cloud Systems Engineer Job Search

Show your infrastructure as code publicly

Remote employers can't see you work in person, so your GitHub matters more than it does on-site. Push Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi projects that reflect real-world architecture decisions. Annotate your repos so hiring managers understand the problem you solved, not just the code you wrote.

Get certified in a major cloud platform

AWS, Azure, and GCP certifications signal readiness to a remote hiring manager reviewing dozens of applications without a whiteboard interview to fall back on. Choose the platform most common in the roles you're targeting and list the certification prominently in your application materials.

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote cloud systems engineer openings from companies hiring across the U.S. in one place. Search the current listings, find roles that match your stack and seniority, and apply directly before competition builds up on newly posted positions.

Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews

Many remote engineering teams use take-home infrastructure exercises or async video responses as a first screen instead of a live call. Practice explaining your architecture decisions in writing and in short recorded walkthroughs so you're comfortable when remote interview formats differ from traditional ones.

Remote Cloud Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote cloud systems engineer job?

Target companies that run fully distributed engineering teams, since those employers are built for remote work and have the processes to onboard cloud engineers without an office. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for written communication, comfort with async collaboration tools like Slack and Confluence, and self-directed troubleshooting. Certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP plus a portfolio of infrastructure-as-code work give candidates a clear edge over equally credentialed applicants who can't demonstrate remote readiness.

Which companies hire remote cloud systems engineers?

Employers currently hiring remote cloud systems engineers include SMX, Qumulo, and Henry Schein, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first software companies, managed service providers, and distributed teams in fintech and healthcare tend to hire cloud systems engineers remotely most consistently.

Can you get a remote cloud systems engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level cloud systems engineer roles are harder to land than on-site ones because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently without a senior engineer two desks away. The most effective path is building public infrastructure-as-code projects on GitHub, earning a foundational cloud certification, and targeting smaller remote-first startups that are more willing to invest in junior talent. Demonstrating clear async communication in your application materials also helps close the gap.

Do you need a degree for remote cloud systems engineer jobs?

Not always. Many remote employers care far more about verifiable cloud skills, hands-on project work, and relevant certifications like AWS Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Professional than a formal degree. That said, some enterprise employers and government contractors still list a bachelor's in computer science or a related field as a requirement, so checking individual postings matters. A strong portfolio and production experience routinely outweigh an absence of a degree at remote-first companies.

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