A Cloud and Distributed Computing Developer designs and implements systems that store, process, and analyze large datasets across clusters of machines. They leverage cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure to build and manage applications. Their work involves developing distributed algorithms, ensuring data integrity, optimizing data processing, and managing network communication. They also handle troubleshooting, scaling, and improving system performance. These developers often work with tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Kubernetes. They play a crucial role in making complex data accessible and usable for data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders in a scalable and cost-effective manner.