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Cloud Architect vs Software Engineer salary

In Spain, a cloud architect earns about 116% more than a software engineer $189,327 vs $87,592 per year.

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Technology
Cloud Architect
$189,327/yr
Monthly
$15,739
Hourly
$91
Range
$117,816$276,805
10-yr outlook
+24%
Technology
Software Engineer
$87,592/yr
Monthly
$7,299
Hourly
$42
Range
$56,114$126,142
10-yr outlook
+17%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCloud ArchitectSoftware Engineer
Entry (10th)$117,816$56,114
25th$153,515$71,853
Median$189,327$87,592
75th$233,009$106,867
Senior (90th)$276,805$126,142

National Spain figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a cloud architect or software engineer earn more in Spain?
A cloud architect earns more, at about 166.000 € per year vs 76.800 € for a software engineer — roughly 116% (89.200 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Spain?
A cloud architect typically earns 103.300 €–242.700 €, while a software engineer earns 49.200 €–110.600 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Spain?
On a monthly basis before tax, a cloud architect averages about 13.800 € and a software engineer about 6400 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Spain, a cloud architect earns about 103.300 € while a software engineer earns about 49.200 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Spain, a cloud architect earns about 242.700 € while a software engineer earns about 110.600 € per year.
Are cloud architect and software engineer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.