Over the past decade, cloud computing has transitioned from a mere luxury to an essential component of modern business operations. This transformation has driven a surge in demand for IT professionals skilled in managing cloud migrations and related tasks. Cloud engineers play a crucial role in overseeing all technical facets of cloud computing, including the design, planning, management, maintenance, and support of an organization’s cloud infrastructure. They are also responsible for migrating various functions, such as database storage, to cloud-based systems and ensuring these operations run smoothly post-migration.
To effectively manage these responsibilities, cloud engineers must have a blend of technical skills, vendor negotiation experience, and expertise in data security. The role of a cloud engineer can include various specializations, such as:
- Cloud Architect
- Cloud Software Engineer
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Cloud Systems Engineer
- Cloud Network Engineer
Each of these roles focuses on specific aspects of cloud computing rather than the technology as a whole. Organizations looking to deploy cloud services, expand their cloud capabilities, or enhance their existing cloud infrastructure often rely on the expertise of cloud engineers.
In India, the average annual salary for a cloud engineer is approximately â‚ą7.5-8 lakh, based on Indeed's January 2020 study, which reviewed 228 salaries from the past three years. Given the growing demand and limited supply of cloud engineers, salaries are expected to increase significantly in the near future.
To determine your earning potential, consider examining cloud engineer salaries by job title. As you progress in your career, your salary is likely to rise, with opportunities for significant pay increases at more prominent companies.
Experience
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Average Salary per Annum
|
|
0-3 years
|
â‚ą12,41,000
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4-6 years
|
₹17,44,817 – ₹19,00,369
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You can expect to earn three times
as much as a new employee in just four years.
However, not everything in life is
straightforward.
You must hone your skills and stay
current with industry developments.
Top Cloud Engineering Companies in
India
The average salary of a cloud
engineer varies greatly depending on that company where you work.
Examine the pay packages offered by
some of India's most prestigious companies.
Company
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Average Salary per annum
|
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Microland
|
â‚ą13,45,871
|
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Adobe
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â‚ą7,60,000
|
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Microsoft
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â‚ą14,00,000
|
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HCL Technologies
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â‚ą7,00,000
|
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Nivio Technologies
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â‚ą18,53,084
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Cloud Engineer Salary in Other
Countries
Another important factor to consider
is how much these salaries vary by region. The list of Cloud Engineer Salaries
in other countries is organized by location.