In the last decade, cloud computing has transitioned from being a "nice-to-have" to an essential component of modern business operations. This evolution has dramatically increased the need for IT professionals skilled in managing cloud migrations and associated tasks. Cloud engineers handle all technical facets of cloud computing, including the design, planning, management, maintenance, and support of an organization's cloud infrastructure. They also evaluate and implement strategies for moving functions like database storage to cloud-based systems, ensuring these functions operate smoothly after migration.
Cloud engineers must have deep technical knowledge, strong vendor negotiation abilities, and expertise in data security to manage these transitions effectively. The role of a cloud engineer can include specialized positions such as:
- Cloud Architect
- Cloud Software Engineer
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Cloud Systems Engineer
- Cloud Network Engineer
Each role focuses on a specific area of cloud computing rather than the technology as a whole. Organizations looking to deploy, scale, or enhance their cloud services often seek out cloud engineers for their expertise.
As of January 2020, the average annual salary for a cloud engineer in India is approximately 7.5-8 lakh rupees, based on Indeed's review of 228 submitted salaries over 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 gauge your earning potential, reviewing cloud engineer salaries by job title in India can be insightful. As you progress in your career, your salary is likely to rise, particularly if you advance to higher-level positions or work for more prominent companies.
Experience
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Average Salary per Annum
|
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0-3 years
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â‚ą12,41,000
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4-6 years
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₹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
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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.