Explore AWS Solutions Architect opportunities that match your experience designing secure, scalable cloud systems. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions for architects who guide cloud strategy, modernize infrastructure, and help organizations get more from Amazon Web Services.
AWS Solutions Architects translate business and technical requirements into reliable cloud solutions. They design architectures across services such as compute, storage, networking, databases, and identity management; evaluate cost, performance, and resilience; and advise teams on deployment and operations. Depending on the organization, the role may emphasize solution design, hands-on implementation, customer consulting, or technical leadership.
Employers often seek expertise with AWS architecture and services, cloud networking, security controls, infrastructure as code, and distributed systems. Experience with tools and practices such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation, CI/CD, containers, monitoring, and disaster recovery can also be valuable. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining tradeoffs and collaborating with engineers, business stakeholders, and customers. AWS certifications may help demonstrate knowledge, though requirements vary by employer.
AWS Solutions Architects work across industries, from financial services and healthcare to technology, retail, and consulting. Career paths can lead to senior or principal architect roles, cloud engineering leadership, enterprise architecture, or specialized areas such as security, data, and machine learning. Browse Ladders to discover vetted AWS Solutions Architect jobs paying $100K or more and find opportunities aligned with your skills and goals.
Presales Solutions Architect - Enterprise Networking
$180K - $250K *
Lead presales engagements and internal practice development in enterprise networking. Design target-state architectures, deliver demos, and build collateral while driving revenue growth and fostering...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of a high-performing team in Client Operations, driving service quality and continuous improvement. Collaborate across functions to enhance client experience and operational efficiency...
3 days ago
Solutions Engineer(Python/Airflow)
$110K - $125K *
Join a team that's redefining web development by building innovative applications. Leverage your full-stack expertise in JavaScript and Python while managing cloud infrastructure and data pipelines to...
6 days ago
SR Architect, Manhattan Active WMS
$120K - $145K *
Champion a transformative shift from legacy warehouse systems to Manhattan Active Warehouse Management, leading strategy, implementation, and integration across multiple sites to enhance efficiency an...
3 weeks ago
Principal Information Security Engineer
$60K - $211K *
Advance security engineering by defining strategies, solving complex challenges, and building scalable solutions. Collaborate with leaders to enhance security across enterprise environments while ment...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...
2 weeks ago
Data Center New Build Deployment Enablement Manager (DEM)
$92K - $154K *
Oversee the coordination of network infrastructure deployment for new Data Center builds, ensuring alignment across teams and tracking milestones from cable start to Production Ready. Drive accountabi...
4 days ago
Sr Construction Project Manager, WWRGD - Operations Support
$90K - $158K *
Champion large-scale remodel projects across multiple regions, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while navigating the complexities of active retail environments and enhancing customer e...
3 days ago
Lead Software Solutions Architect
$135K - $160K *
Engineer innovative cloud-native solutions by leading architecture design and implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical strategies while mentoring talent, ensuring pro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $185K *
Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Center Structural Engineer
$113K - $142K *
Design and develop structural engineering solutions for modular data centers. Oversee vendor collaboration, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with local codes, delivering repeatable desi...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engineer secure, scalable cloud platforms and automate workflows. Lead migrations, implement observability, and mentor junior engineers while driving cloud-native adoption in a collaborative environme...
5 days ago
Senior Customer Success Architect (AI)
$135K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Customer Success Architect, focusing on AI adoption. Lead complex engagements, design tailored solutions, and drive measurable outcomes for enterprise clients, bridging...
1 week ago
$96K - $154K *
Accelerate progress at our company by designing and building automated regression capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing efficiency and reliability, ensuring faster r...
2 days ago
Network Automation Engineer at Hydra Host
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in automating and scaling network infrastructure across diverse global datacenters, enhancing performance and security while collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust so...
1 week ago
Sr. Solutions Architect - Retail, Travel & Hospitality
$219K - $301K *
Join a dynamic team to drive data transformation for major enterprises. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and technical strategy to enhance product adoption and empower clients in the Retail and CP...
3 days ago
IT Infrastructure Design Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $185K *
Join us to lead a dynamic team of DevOps, MLOps, and DataOps engineers, driving innovation across our multi-cloud platform. You'll mentor talent, set technical standards, and remain hands-on in engine...
1 week ago
Sr. Architect | Data & Analytics/Databricks/Snowflakes (Remote)
$170K - $200K *
Shape the future of data architecture by leading innovative solutions that empower clients to modernize their data platforms, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned with business goals while...
2 weeks ago
Solutions Engineer-Hyperscale and AI Infrastructure
$209K - $275K *
Transform your career by leading technical engagements with AI platform customers. Drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, leveraging your expertise in data center networking and AI techn...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion the development of cutting-edge infrastructure for AI systems, focusing on Kubernetes management, automated deployments, and reliable scaling to support enterprise demands across multiple clo...
3 weeks ago
$131K - $237K *
Drive enterprise cloud infrastructure design and optimization, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability. Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic environment to enhance cloud adoption...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Specialist Adoption Architect, Ansible
$172K - $275K *
Join us in resolving complex adoption challenges through innovative solutions, ensuring successful product deployment and growth. Collaborate with teams to design tailored strategies and influence bes...
2 days ago
$210K - $247K *
Elevate application security by leading initiatives and shaping best practices across multiple programming languages, while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$99K - $167K *
Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, ensuring high-quality data for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data analysis efficiency and support...
2 weeks ago
What does an AWS Solutions Architect do?
An AWS Solutions Architect designs cloud systems on Amazon Web Services, balancing business requirements with security, scalability, reliability, and cost. The role may also involve technical guidance, implementation planning, and stakeholder collaboration.
What skills are commonly required for AWS Solutions Architect jobs?
Commonly requested skills include AWS services, cloud architecture, networking, security, distributed systems, and infrastructure as code. Employers may also value CI/CD, containers, monitoring, cost optimization, and clear communication.
Do AWS Solutions Architects need a certification?
Certification requirements vary. AWS certifications can help demonstrate expertise, but many employers also consider hands-on experience, architecture skills, and the ability to deliver cloud solutions.
How much do AWS Solutions Architect jobs pay?
Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available.
Where can I find AWS Solutions Architect jobs paying $100K or more?
Browse AWS Solutions Architect listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.