AWS Solutions Architect Jobs

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.

What AWS Solutions Architects Do

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Opportunities

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.

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$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming higher education through technical modernization, leveraging your expertise in Colleague solutions to guide clients in successful migrations to cloud-based systems, enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $338K *

Transform the future of AI security by leading the development of high-performance, low-latency applications in a multi-tenant B2B SaaS environment, while mentoring junior developers and driving innov...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $338K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for a cutting-edge AI security platform. Architect scalable solutions, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability while leveraging serverless technologies a...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $310K *

Join us to lead the development of high-performance, low-latency applications in a multi-tenant B2B SaaS environment, enhancing security and efficiency through innovative AI tools and collaborative ar...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $181K *

Champion the growth of the Security Engineering team, driving collaboration across functions to enhance cybersecurity. Utilize your technical expertise and leadership skills to mentor talent, manage s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $194K *

Champion new account acquisition in the enterprise market, driving sales success through collaboration and strategic engagement. Leverage your expertise to achieve sales goals and foster strong relati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Join a team that architects Oracle Fusion PPM solutions to enable precise project management and financial accountability for Marine Corps initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead configurations a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by designing, integrating, and optimizing innovative automation solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver technical excellence and enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower audit teams to excel with a hands-on role that drives software adoption, enhances workflow efficiency, and delivers measurable outcomes. Collaborate across functions to modernize audit practic...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower data-driven decisions by building scalable data models and analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring high-quality re...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $158K *

Drive the execution of industrial construction projects, ensuring quality and coordination while fostering a positive team environment. Lead cross-functional collaboration and maintain timelines, enha...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives in data center security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop customer relationships and achieve...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $334K *

Transform your career by partnering with us to deliver innovative AI solutions. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales consulting to drive strategic initiatives and enhance customer experiences in the p...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $334K *

Unlock potential by driving AI solutions in the public sector, collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored demonstrations and strategic insights, while managing customer engagements and ensurin...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $334K *

Empower organizations by leveraging AI and cloud solutions to enhance workflows, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver impactful demonstrations that align with customer needs, ensuring successful s...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $334K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that drives AI solutions in the public sector. Collaborate with stakeholders, lead workshops, and deliver impactful demonstrations while achieving sales goal...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $120K *

Champion customer success by leading technical account management efforts, optimizing customer engagement, and driving operational excellence in complex SaaS implementations across the public sector...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming federal data strategies by driving consultative sales for enterprise AI/ML solutions. Own a strategic territory, build executive relationships, and deliver impactful re...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion data-driven insights to enhance reliability assessments of North America's bulk power system. Collaborate with teams to analyze energy data, identify risks, and support the development of cri...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security by engineering robust controls for endpoints and email. As a Staff Security Engineer, you'll enhance our security posture, mentor peers, and ensure compliance in a regulat...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving customer success and technical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and ensure maximum va...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $100K *

Empower program success by managing daily operations and documentation for a key transformation initiative, coordinating across teams, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial and admini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through innovative automation testing. You'll develop robust frameworks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our IT Asset Ma...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $387K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing advanced NoSQL databases. Join our dynamic team to enhance global infrastructure through cloud-native solutions, optimizing performance and scalability...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an AWS Solutions Architect do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse AWS Solutions Architect listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.