How To Write A Cloud Engineer Resume (Plus Example)

Updated 26 July 2023

Cloud engineers are employees who design, plan and manage cloud computing systems and software. When you pursue a role as a cloud engineer, you often submit a resume as part of the application materials. Understanding how to write a resume for this position can ensure you highlight your best qualifications for the role and improve your ability to find the roles you want. In this article, we discuss how to write a cloud engineer resume, including steps you can follow and provide a resume template and example you can use as a guide.

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How To Write A Cloud Engineer Resume?

Below are steps you can use to write a cloud engineer resume:

1. Research the company and job posting

When you write your resume, a good first step to follow is researching the company and the job posting. Researching the job posting can give you valuable information about the specific skills and qualifications the organisation want its cloud engineers to have. Researching the company can give you other information such as the mission and values of the organisation and the company's workplace culture.

Learning this information can allow you to customise your resume for the specific position you want. For example, you can highlight values you share with the organisation and prioritise skills you have that the company wants. This allows you to create a more effective resume and increase your ability to get the roles you want.

2. Include your contact information

Your contact information includes your phone number and the city and state or Union territory where you live. It also includes a professional email address that has your first and last name and that you are comfortable using in a professional setting. This information goes just below your name on your resume. Hiring managers can use this information to share information with you such as an invitation to an interview, additional documents the company may want to review or steps to follow to complete the application process for the company.

3. Write a professional summary

A professional summary is a two- to three-sentence description of your best qualifications for the position. It is also the first part of your resume you can customise to each position you want. When you write this section, include the total number of years of experience you have in related roles, one or two of your best skills that match the job description and your overall goal for your resume.

4. Detail your work experiences

When you apply for a cloud engineer position, your work experiences can have a large effect on the skills and qualifications you bring to the role. As such, customising this section to highlight skills and experience from the job description can help you get the role you want. Cloud engineers can start in both entry-level and associate positions, so ensure your qualifications meet the needs of the company with which you want to work.

As you write this section, list your experience in reverse chronological order, with your most recent role first. Then include the job titles you had, the dates you were employed with those organisations by month and year and the name of the organisation. After that, list the location for each organisation you worked with by city and state or union territory. Finally, list the duties you had in each role. List about five for your current role and three for any former roles.

5. List your skills

Like your work experiences, your specific skills can have a large effect on the cloud engineer roles for which you are eligible. This is another part of your resume you can customise for each position. When you write this section, highlight skills you did not use in your professional summary and prioritise skills you found in the job description for the position you want. Then highlight skills you can use to progress your career in the future.

Include both hard and soft skills to show you are a well-rounded employee with flexibility. Hard skills are those you learn as part of your roles, such as software engineering and programming. Soft skills are those you can transfer to any role such as leadership and communication.

6. Provide your educational background

Cloud engineers often start in entry-level roles with a bachelor's degree, though some may pursue associate roles with a master's degree. They typically study subjects such as computer engineering, software engineering, computer science and information technology. When you write your education section, include each of your degrees in reverse chronological order to show your most recent education. Include the name of your degree and the name of the university or school from which you earned it. Then list the location of that university by city and state.

7. Describe your certifications if applicable

Many cloud engineers earn certifications to prove they have specific expert-level skills in cloud computing. If you have one or more certifications, you can include them in their own section at the bottom of your resume. Write the name of the certification and the organisation from which you earned it. Finally, list the date you earned the certification or the date it expires. Hiring managers may prioritise candidates with certifications over those who do not have them, so including them can help you get the roles you want.

Resume Template For Cloud Engineers

Below is a resume template you can use to guide your writing:

[First name] [Last name], [Degree or certification if applicable]
[Phone number] | [Email address] | [City], [State or Union territory]

Professional Summary
[Two to three sentences that highlight your years of experience, relevant skills, education or certifications, and achievements as a cloud engineer.]

Experience

(For the most recent role, list 5 experience items. For previous roles, list 3.)

[Job Title] | [Employment dates]
[Company Name] | [City], [State or Union territory]

(Strong verb) + what you did (more detail) + reason, outcome or quantified results
[Job duty]
[Job duty]
[Job duty]
[Job duty]

[Job Title] | [Employment dates]
[Company Name] | [City], [State or Union territory]

(Strong verb) + what you did (more detail) + reason, outcome or quantified results
[Job duty]
[Job duty]

[Degree], [Name of School or University]

[City], [State or Union territory]

Certifications (optional)
[Certification Name], [Host Organisation] - [Year completed or expiration date]

Resume Example For Cloud Engineers

Below is an example of a resume you can use as a comparison and guide when you write your own:

Nazir Ahmed, Bachelor of Science in programming
5424-317389 | nazir.ahmed@email.com | Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Professional Summary
I am a programmer and engineer looking for a role as a Cloud Engineer. In my seven years of experience, I have developed skills in programming languages and software testing. Now, I want to continue using my skills in cloud software and development.