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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Cloud Engineer in North Dakota is $82,084 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.
However, a Senior Cloud Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Senior Cloud Engineer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $88,484 | $7,374 | $1,702 | $43 |
| Average | $82,084 | $6,840 | $1,579 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,543 | $6,212 | $1,434 | $36 |
Continental Group Sector ContiTech - Wahpeton, ND
KFI Engineers PC - Fargo, ND
Omni Federal - Grand Forks, ND
Direct Staffing Inc - Bismarck, ND
A Senior Cloud Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Cloud Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Cl... Level Senior Cloud Engineer | $81,613 |
| DevOps En... Level Senior Cloud Engineer | $99,051 |
| DevOps En... Level Senior Cloud Engineer | $132,766 |
| DevOps En... Level Senior Cloud Engineer | $148,510 |
| DevOps En... Level Senior Cloud Engineer | $164,085 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Senior Cloud Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Senior Cloud Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Senior Cloud Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Cloud Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $100,142 | $48.0 | 22% |
| Internet | $96,859 | $47.0 | 18% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $94,396 | $45.0 | 15% |
| Financial Services | $94,396 | $45.0 | 15% |
| Insurance | $90,292 | $43.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Senior Cloud Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $88,484 | $7,374 | $1,702 | $43 |
| Average | $82,084 | $6,840 | $1,579 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,543 | $6,212 | $1,434 | $36 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Senior Cloud Engineer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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