> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3912882-software-engineer-cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3912882-software-engineer-cloud). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Cloud - **Company:** Abbott Laboratories - **Location:** North Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $78,000.0 - $156,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Linux, PostgreSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Open Source Technology, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Docker Swarm, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Service Stack - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466842846&tx=IT9083TTI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering Mathematics, or related field * Minimum 6 years of professional software development experience in an Agile environment, including time spent in technical residency programs, or master's degree with 4+ years of related experience. * Strong Computer Science fundamentals and experiencewith software development * Eagerness to contribute beyond experience level * Experience with Gitfor source control on a collaborative project * Understands Object Oriented Programming and designand building modular unit testable code * Understands the principles ofdesigning, implementing, andmaintaininghighly complexasynchronousmessaging andbackend processing jobs * Understandsthe concepts of DockerContainersand container orchestration services such as Docker Swarm, ECS,andKubernetes. * Excellent written,verbaland listeningcommunication skills * Experience working in an agile environment. PREFFERED * Experience with open-source, softwaredevelopmentand system engineering. * Comfortable working asynchronously with a distributed team * Practical Knowledge of Linux * Practical experience and understanding of working with and developing RESTful APIs andmicroservices * Experience contributing to a scalable architecture/design of existing and new systems that arehighly availableand easy tomaintainand monitor * Understanding and familiarity ofTest DrivenDevelopment(TDD) * Experience working with relational datastores such asSQL Server,Postgresql,orMySql ## Description The Software Engineer, Cloud will work with a modern technology stack on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, leveraging internal and external APIs to support a large-scale system that processes billions of messages daily and serves users in over 25 countries. This role plays a key part in advancing solutions that improve the health and well-being of users worldwide. The ideal candidate brings a strong passion for software engineering, a commitment to continuous learning, and the versatility to thrive in a dynamic environment. This individual should also demonstrate leadership potential and a desire to help shape the direction of the team. In this role, the Software Engineer, Cloud will contribute to the design and development of scalable, highly available, efficient, and secure cloud-based solutions for a medical device SaaS platform. WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON * Design and implementservicesand componentsutilizingGofor cloud-based platforms * Collaborate with internal and external partners todevelop and integrate withAPIs thatempowerusersto share andutilizetheir medical data in partner systems * Design and implement high-quality, scalable, and maintainable systems by developing robust, testable code and ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and uptime * Participate in all aspects of the software development life cycle for Cloud solutions, including planning, requirements, development, testing, and quality assurance collaboratively with Software Engineering * Implement systemic changes to align existing systems with current architectural goals * Create diagrams, flowcharts and models that illustratethe internal design and workflow of solution components * Build and manage internal tooling, APIs, and production systems, driving automation across build, release, and configuration processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability. * Support company initiatives and complies with regulatory requirements by FDA and other relevant global