Over the past decade, cloud computing has evolved from a "nice-to-have" to a critical necessity in today's business landscape. This shift has significantly increased the demand for IT specialists who can manage cloud migrations and perform related tasks. A cloud engineer is responsible for all technical aspects of cloud computing, including the design, planning, management, maintenance, and support of an organization's infrastructure. They also explore options for transitioning various functions, such as database storage, to cloud-based systems and ensure these functions continue to run smoothly post-migration.
Cloud engineers must possess technical expertise, vendor negotiation skills, and data security management capabilities to effectively handle the transition. The term "cloud engineer" encompasses several roles, including:
- Cloud Architect
- Cloud Software Engineer
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Cloud Systems Engineer
- Cloud Network Engineer
Each role focuses on a specific aspect of cloud computing rather than technology as a whole. Companies aiming to deploy cloud services, scale their cloud usage, or enhance their cloud capabilities frequently seek the expertise of cloud engineers.
The average annual salary of a cloud
engineer in India is around 7.5-8 lakh rupees, according to Indeed's January
2020 study.
This data came from a review of 228
salaries submitted to Indeed in the previous three years.
Given the rapidly increasing demand
for cloud engineers and the scarcity of supply, this is expected to skyrocket
in the coming years.
Looking at cloud engineer salaries
in India by job title is the best way to figure out what you're capable of.
As you advance up the corporate
ladder as a cloud engineer, your salary will rise.
The better the company you work for,
the more likely it is that you will receive a significant pay raise.
Experience
|
Average Salary per Annum
|
|
0-3 years
|
â‚ą12,41,000
|
|
4-6 years
|
₹17,44,817 – ₹19,00,369
|
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
|
Average Salary per annum
|
|
Microland
|
â‚ą13,45,871
|
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Adobe
|
â‚ą7,60,000
|
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Microsoft
|
â‚ą14,00,000
|
|
HCL Technologies
|
â‚ą7,00,000
|
|
Nivio Technologies
|
â‚ą18,53,084
|
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.