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Samaritan's Purse

Senior Cloud Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$53.50 - $71.50/hr

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join our Information Technology department in Irving, TX . As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will serve as a hands-on technical leader ...

Celito Communications

Senior Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$54.25 - $72.50/hr

SENIOR CLOUD ENGINEER Location: Raleigh, NC or Wilmington, NC (On-site/Hybrid), Remote ok with travel Reports To: Director Managed Services The Role Celito is entering a transformative phase of ...

Celito Communications, Inc.

Senior Cloud Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$54.25 - $72.50/hr

SENIOR CLOUD ENGINEER Location: Raleigh, NC or Wilmington, NC (On-site/Hybrid), Remote ok with travel Reports To: Director Managed Services The Role Celito is entering a transformative phase of ...

Changeis

Senior Cloud Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer Remote Changeis, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support enterprise IT shared services operations within a cabinet-level federal agency environment . This role ...

ECS

Senior Cloud Engineer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$61.75 - $82.50/hr

Everforth ECS is seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support a customer at Fort Meade, MD. Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to support multiple U.S. Coalition Mission ...

ECS

Senior Cloud Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$58.25 - $78/hr

Everforth ECS Federal, LLC is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to work in our Springfield, VA office. ECS Federal, LLC is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer (AWS) with Red Hat OpenShift expertise to ...

Apex Systems

Senior Cloud Engineer

Temple, TX · Hybrid

$51.75 - $69.25/hr

Job#: 3032150 Sr. Cloud Engineer The driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair ...

Staffingine LLC

Senior Cloud Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$53.50 - $71.75/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer Job Location: Atlanta, GA Jon Type: Contract * 7 years of IT experience with at least 4 years specializing in AWS architecture or cloud engineering * Strong knowledge of core ...

Fusion HCR

Sr Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NV

$53.25 - $71/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer (Azure - Architecture & Governance Focus) Location: Las Vegas, NV (Hybrid) Type: Direct Hire Industry: Enterprise / Technology Position Overview Fusion HCR is seeking a highly ...

Fusion HCR

Sr Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NV

$53.25 - $71/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer (Azure - Architecture & Governance Focus) Location: Las Vegas, NV (Hybrid) Type: Direct Hire Industry: Enterprise / Technology Position Overview Fusion HCR is seeking a highly ...

MANTECH

Senior Cloud Engineer

Chantilly, VA

$57.50 - $77/hr

The Senior Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support the Sponsor's cloud architecture, to include designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Senior Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer (Need someone with title as cloud engineer but not as a devops engineer) Location: Las Vegas, Nevada We are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to join our team. The ...

TalTeam

Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

Reston, VA

$58 - $77.50/hr

Position: Senior Cloud Engineer Location: Reston, VA Duration: Long Term THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE AT RESTON, VA. NEED LOCALS TO DC, MD OR VA AND WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE FROM RESTON, VA. INTERVIEW ...

McLane Company

Sr. Cloud Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$55.50 - $74.25/hr

What you'll do as a Sr Cloud Engineer: * Design and implement cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP, ensuring alignment with business requirements and architectural best practices. * Develop ...

CACI International, Inc.

Senior Cloud Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel:

CACI International, Inc.

Senior Cloud Engineer

$98K - $206K/yr

Senior Cloud Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel:

MANTECH

Senior Cloud Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$57.50 - $77/hr

The Senior Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support the Sponsor's cloud architecture, to include designing, implementing, and managing secure cloud ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Senior Cloud Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer Location : McLean Virginia Onsite Duration : Long term contract Interview : Both Web Cam and Inperson Interview Must Have Qualifications : Must have 6+ years of relevant ...

Dorman Products, Inc.

Sr. Cloud Engineer

Colmar, PA · On-site

$55.25 - $73.75/hr

Job Summary The Senior Cloud Engineer is a senior-level, hands-on technical role responsible for the design, implementation, reliability, and continuous improvement of Dorman's cloud infrastructure ...

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How much do senior cloud engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior cloud engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Senior Cloud Engineers?

Senior Cloud Engineers are experienced IT professionals who design, implement, and manage cloud computing solutions for organizations. They are responsible for overseeing cloud infrastructure, ensuring security, optimizing performance, and supporting cloud-based applications. These engineers often work with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and may lead teams or projects to migrate, maintain, or scale cloud environments. Their expertise includes automation, networking, and troubleshooting complex cloud issues. In addition, they collaborate closely with other IT teams to align cloud strategies with business objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Cloud Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Cloud Engineer, you need deep expertise in cloud architecture, networking, security, and automation, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field and several years of industry experience. Familiarity with major cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), infrastructure-as-code tools (like Terraform or CloudFormation), and relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and leadership abilities help you manage complex projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies are crucial for designing robust, scalable cloud solutions and ensuring seamless business operations in dynamic environments.

What are some common challenges Senior Cloud Engineers face when migrating legacy applications to the cloud?

Senior Cloud Engineers often encounter challenges such as compatibility issues between legacy systems and cloud platforms, data migration complexities, and ensuring minimal downtime during the transition. They must also address security and compliance concerns, re-architect applications for scalability, and optimize costs. Effective communication with stakeholders and collaboration with development, security, and operations teams are critical to overcoming these obstacles successfully.

What is the difference between Senior Cloud Engineer vs Cloud Solutions Architect?

AspectSenior Cloud EngineerCloud Solutions Architect
CredentialsCloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP), engineering degreesCloud certifications, architecture certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect)
Work EnvironmentDesign, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure; hands-on technical roleDesign cloud solutions, create architecture diagrams, collaborate with stakeholders
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cloud service providers, enterprisesConsulting firms, large enterprises, cloud service providers
Search & Comparison IntentTechnical responsibilities, certifications, hands-on workDesigning solutions, architecture planning, strategic role

The main difference is that Senior Cloud Engineers focus on implementing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, while Cloud Solutions Architects design cloud solutions and architecture strategies. Both roles require cloud certifications and work in similar environments, but their core responsibilities differ in technical execution versus strategic planning.

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Senior Cloud Engineer

Samaritan's Purse

Irving, TX • On-site

$53.50 - $71.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer to join our Information Technology department in Irving, TX. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will serve as a hands-on technical leader, responsible for designing, automating, scaling, and maintaining secure, resilient cloud infrastructure that supports Samaritan Ark products. Working closely with the Lead Cloud Engineer, you will contribute to cloud infrastructure design and architectural decision-making while leading complex technical initiatives within the Cloud Services team. You will mentor junior Cloud Engineers and collaborate across product, platform, cybersecurity, and partner success teams to deliver performant, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions that meet organizational needs and ministry goals. Bring your strong technical expertise, collaborative mindset, and passion for continuous improvement to help foster a culture of shared ownership and product excellence. Come and use your gifts daily to advance the Gospel!
A day in the life of a Senior Cloud Engineer:
At Samaritans Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the globe.
In the role of Senior Cloud Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him.
  • Work closely with the Lead Cloud Engineer to architect, design, build, maintain, monitor, and optimize cloud infrastructure platform services that support the deployment and operation of ministry-critical cloud workloads.
  • Design, provision, and automate secure, scalable cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD tools to support development and production environments.
  • Mentor and provide technical oversight to Cloud Engineers, promoting skill development and engineering excellence.
  • Serve as a key contributor in the evaluation and adoption of emerging cloud technologies, advocating for improvements in resilience, cost, and maintainability.
  • Lead incident response, root cause analysis, and long-term remediation for critical infrastructure issues.
  • Partner with cybersecurity and compliance teams to implement governance, access control, and cloud security best practices.
  • Contribute to internal tooling and documentation to improve team productivity, technical consistency, and system knowledge-sharing.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.
  • Utilize various Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in optimizing engineering builds.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Learn more about serving with Samaritans Purse .
Qualifications & Experience :
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field of study and seven (7) or more years of Cloud Engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with infrastructure automation, Linux administration, virtualization, containerization, and scripting technologies, including Ansible, Chef, Puppet, VMware, Hyper-V, Docker, Kubernetes, Bash, PowerShell, and Python.
  • Knowledge of monitoring, observability, security, and cloud infrastructure technologies, including Grafana, Prometheus, CollectD, firewall configuration, network segmentation, automated web application security products, distributed storage solutions such as Ceph, and the practical application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support cloud operations and automation.
  • 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, an opportunity to meet and complete the requirement is available upon hire.

Job Location: Irving, TX
Type: Full-Time
Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)
Benefits:
  • Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Long-term and Short-term disability insurance
  • Paid Family Medical Leave
  • Term Life Insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 12 vacation/personal days
  • 10 sick days

Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement:
Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Samaritan's Purse Statement of Faith:
  • We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17.
  • We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19; John 10:30; Ephesians 4:4-6.
  • We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. Matthew 1:23; John 1:1-4 and 1:29; Acts 1:11 and 2:22-24; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 and 4:15.
  • We believe that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation, and that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit. Luke 24:46-47; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:10-11; Ephesians 1:7 and 2:8-9; Titus 3:4-7.
  • We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life. John 3:5-8; Acts 1:8 and 4:31; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Galatians 5:16,17,18; Ephesians 6:12; Colossians 2:6-10.
  • We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment. 1 Corinthians 15:51-57; Revelation 20:11-15.
  • We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the church. 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23.
  • We believe that the ministry of evangelism and discipleship a responsibility of all followers of Jesus Christ. Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15; 1 Peter 3:15.
  • We believe Gods plan for human sexuality is to be expressed only within the context of marriage, that God created man and woman as unique biological persons made to complete each other. God instituted monogamous marriage between male and female as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of human society. For this reason, we believe that marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female. Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:6-9; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9.
  • We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism. Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15.
  • We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10.
  • We believe that God wonderfully and immutably creates each person biological male or female. These two distinct but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God. Rejection of ones biological sex is a rejection of Gods merciful design and creative order. Genesis 1:26-27;1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5

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