Over the past decade, cloud computing has transitioned from a luxury to an essential component in the modern business landscape. This evolution has dramatically increased the need for IT professionals capable of managing cloud migrations and related tasks. A cloud engineer plays a crucial role in this process, overseeing all technical aspects of cloud computing, including the design, planning, management, maintenance, and support of an organization’s infrastructure. These professionals assess and implement strategies for moving functions like database storage to cloud-based systems, ensuring seamless operation post-migration.
Cloud engineers must have strong technical expertise, negotiation skills with vendors, and proficiency in data security management to navigate these transitions effectively. The role of a "cloud engineer" is broad, encompassing several specialized positions, including:
- Cloud Architect
- Cloud Software Engineer
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Cloud Systems Engineer
- Cloud Network Engineer
Each of these roles focuses on distinct aspects of cloud computing, and companies looking to implement, scale, or enhance their cloud services often rely on 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.