Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Texas
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise technology, financial services, energy, and defense sectors at every level from mid-level cloud engineer through principal architect. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin lead hiring, anchored by employers like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and ExxonMobil, which maintain large-scale cloud infrastructure teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties are multi-cloud architecture, Kubernetes and container orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code using Terraform or Pulumi. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Company
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Summary:
This job delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices.
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
- Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles.
- Advises immediate management on project-level issues
- Guides junior engineers
- Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices
- Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
Engineering at Venmo
At Venmo, we are creating a product that people love. We strive to create a delightful user experience while connecting the world and empowering people through payments. We are looking for intellectually curious people who want to be inspired and inspire others to change the world.
Engineering is a craft, and at Venmo we want the internals of our software to be as elegant as the end user experience we are designing. We spend our days scaling our infrastructure and building new features to meet and exceed our users’ needs and wants. We work with a product team that is data-driven and human-centered in its design principles. We teach and learn from one another and push each other to be at our creative and analytical bests.
Job Description: Cloud/DevOps Engineer
Our team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation of all user-facing services, as well as production and development systems. We manage Venmo’s infrastructure comprehensively, encompassing operations, automation, security, compliance, and release engineering. While we are focused on Cloud Engineering, our work integrates elements of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and DevOps projects as well. On the DevOps front, we oversee CI/CD infrastructure, develop smart and secure pipelines, implement self-service secret management systems, create development environments, and establish microservices scaffolding and testing frameworks. The quality of the systems we build is paramount to the company, and we prioritize it highly. Our infrastructure must be delivered automatically, thoroughly tested, and scanned for vulnerabilities through synthetic tests.
As a Senior Engineer, you will deliver complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices. You are a hands-on contributor that teaches by example and mentors other engineers and product owners on how to improve their development, using our systems, by driving best practices. We have a lot of independence in our decisions, but we are kept accountable for the results.
Our technical stack: AWS, EKS, Docker, GitHub Enterprise, Terraform, GitHub Actions, DataDog, Bash, Python, Go.
What You’ll Do
- Act as a hands-on contributor, while leading by example
- Mentor junior engineers
- Enjoy a high degree of independence in decision-making while being accountable for results of yourself and your team
- Be part of a team dedicated to driving the scalability and reliability of Venmo’s AWS cloud infrastructure
- Contribute to initiatives: internal teams rarely have dedicated project managers. You will define the design, identify stakeholders, navigate risks and changes, coordinate colleagues' work, implement solutions, and be accountable for timely and quality project delivery.
- Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures.
- Leading by example, making meaningful contributions to the improvement of engineering teams’ production operations.
- Develop and improve tools and automation to manage infrastructure and application configuration as code.
- Enhance the quality, reliability, and stability of our infrastructure and operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's in computer science or related field of study
- 5+ years' experience in software development or a related field
- 3+ years' experience operating distributed applications 24x7x365, as part of a Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and/or SRE team.
- Extensive hands-on experience with designing, implementing and supporting infrastructure (AWS experience preferred) to support global-scale services
- Deep hands-on experience with IaaS and PaaS solutions from AWS (or similar cloud provider)
- Hands-on programming and scripting (Python, Java, Bash, Go)
- Hands-on experience with containers & container orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- Strong communication skills with the ability to understand and explain technical issues to a non-technical audience
Subsidiary:
PayPal
Travel Percent:
0
Primary Location | Pay Range:
San Jose, California | ($143,500.00 - $212,850.00 Annually)
Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:
Austin, Texas | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)
Scottsdale, Arizona | ($123,500.00 - $183,700.00 Annually)
Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable. PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset - you. That’s why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.
Who We Are:
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.
The Company
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Summary:
This job delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices.
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
- Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles.
- Advises immediate management on project-level issues
- Guides junior engineers
- Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices
- Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
Engineering at Venmo
At Venmo, we are creating a product that people love. We strive to create a delightful user experience while connecting the world and empowering people through payments. We are looking for intellectually curious people who want to be inspired and inspire others to change the world.
Engineering is a craft, and at Venmo we want the internals of our software to be as elegant as the end user experience we are designing. We spend our days scaling our infrastructure and building new features to meet and exceed our users’ needs and wants. We work with a product team that is data-driven and human-centered in its design principles. We teach and learn from one another and push each other to be at our creative and analytical bests.
Job Description: Cloud/DevOps Engineer
Our team is dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation of all user-facing services, as well as production and development systems. We manage Venmo’s infrastructure comprehensively, encompassing operations, automation, security, compliance, and release engineering. While we are focused on Cloud Engineering, our work integrates elements of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and DevOps projects as well. On the DevOps front, we oversee CI/CD infrastructure, develop smart and secure pipelines, implement self-service secret management systems, create development environments, and establish microservices scaffolding and testing frameworks. The quality of the systems we build is paramount to the company, and we prioritize it highly. Our infrastructure must be delivered automatically, thoroughly tested, and scanned for vulnerabilities through synthetic tests.
As a Senior Engineer, you will deliver complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). It involves advising management on project-level issues, guiding junior engineers, operating with little supervision, and applying knowledge of technical best practices. You are a hands-on contributor that teaches by example and mentors other engineers and product owners on how to improve their development, using our systems, by driving best practices. We have a lot of independence in our decisions, but we are kept accountable for the results.
Our technical stack: AWS, EKS, Docker, GitHub Enterprise, Terraform, GitHub Actions, DataDog, Bash, Python, Go.
What You’ll Do
- Act as a hands-on contributor, while leading by example
- Mentor junior engineers
- Enjoy a high degree of independence in decision-making while being accountable for results of yourself and your team
- Be part of a team dedicated to driving the scalability and reliability of Venmo’s AWS cloud infrastructure
- Contribute to initiatives: internal teams rarely have dedicated project managers. You will define the design, identify stakeholders, navigate risks and changes, coordinate colleagues' work, implement solutions, and be accountable for timely and quality project delivery.
- Troubleshoot incidents, identify root causes, fix and document problems, and implement preventive measures.
- Leading by example, making meaningful contributions to the improvement of engineering teams’ production operations.
- Develop and improve tools and automation to manage infrastructure and application configuration as code.
- Enhance the quality, reliability, and stability of our infrastructure and operations.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's in computer science or related field of study
- 5+ years' experience in software development or a related field
- 3+ years' experience operating distributed applications 24x7x365, as part of a Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and/or SRE team.
- Extensive hands-on experience with designing, implementing and supporting infrastructure (AWS experience preferred) to support global-scale services
- Deep hands-on experience with IaaS and PaaS solutions from AWS (or similar cloud provider)
- Hands-on programming and scripting (Python, Java, Bash, Go)
- Hands-on experience with containers & container orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
- Strong communication skills with the ability to understand and explain technical issues to a non-technical audience
Subsidiary:
PayPal
Travel Percent:
0
Primary Location | Pay Range:
San Jose, California | ($143,500.00 - $212,850.00 Annually)
Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:
Austin, Texas | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)
Scottsdale, Arizona | ($123,500.00 - $183,700.00 Annually)
Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable. PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset - you. That’s why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.
Who We Are:
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.
We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.
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Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Oracle3
- NVIDIA2
- 7-Eleven1
- Connection1
- Encore Medical LP1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software5
- Distribution & Wholesale2
- Electronics & Hardware2
- Law & Legal Services2
- Automotive1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior cloud infrastructure engineer jobs across Texas.
- Seven or more years of experience designing and managing cloud infrastructure at enterprise scale
- Hands-on proficiency with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, ideally two or more providers
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation
- Strong background in Kubernetes, container orchestration, and CI/CD pipeline management
- Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect Professional or Google Professional Cloud Architect
- Experience supporting regulated industries such as energy, financial services, or government contracting in Texas
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior cloud infrastructure engineer in Texas?
There is no state-issued license required to work as a senior cloud infrastructure engineer in Texas, so the path runs through experience and credentials rather than a licensing board. Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, combined with several years of hands-on infrastructure work. Earning vendor certifications from AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud carries significant weight with Texas hiring teams, particularly in the energy, defense, and financial services sectors that dominate the state's market.
How much do senior cloud infrastructure engineers make in Texas?
Senior cloud infrastructure engineers in Texas earn a median of about $133,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,110 for the lowest 10% to over $191,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior cloud infrastructure engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring senior cloud infrastructure engineers in Texas right now include Oracle, NVIDIA, and 7-Eleven, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy majors, defense contractors, and large financial institutions means demand is consistent year-round rather than driven by a single industry cycle.
Which Texas cities have the most senior cloud infrastructure engineer jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most senior cloud infrastructure engineer openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth's dense cluster of corporate headquarters and financial services firms drives the highest volume, while Austin's technology sector and Houston's energy and healthcare enterprises sustain strong ongoing demand across both cities.
Are there remote senior cloud infrastructure engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 29% of senior cloud infrastructure engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves managing cloud environments that require no physical presence. Architecture, automation, and monitoring work transfers cleanly to remote settings, though roles tied to on-premises data centers or government-classified environments are more likely to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a senior cloud infrastructure engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a systems administrator, network engineer, or DevOps associate role at a Texas employer, then building toward cloud specialization from there. Large Texas institutions such as the University of Texas system, Texas Health Resources, and major energy firms regularly hire infrastructure associates and IT operations analysts who transition into cloud roles over time. Earning a foundational cloud certification from AWS or Microsoft Azure, combined with a GitHub portfolio showing infrastructure-as-code projects, gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to junior-track openings.
Where can I find and apply to senior cloud infrastructure engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to senior cloud infrastructure engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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