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.
Colleague Technical Modernizations Consultant | Remote
$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...
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Principal Software Development Engineer
$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...
2 weeks ago
Principal Software Development Engineer
$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...
2 weeks ago
Principal Software Development Engineer
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
Account Executive - Enterprise (San Diego)
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Customer Success Engineer, Audit
$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...
Reposted 2 days ago
$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...
5 days ago
Sr. Construction Manager, WWRGD - Industrial Development
$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...
Reposted 5 days ago
Account Executive - Data Center
$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...
3 days ago
Sr Advisory Solution Consultant- US Public Sector- Moveworks
$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...
2 weeks ago
Sr Advisory Solution Consultant- US Public Sector- Moveworks
$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...
2 weeks ago
Sr Advisory Solution Consultant- US Public Sector- Moveworks
$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...
2 weeks ago
Sr Advisory Solution Consultant- US Public Sector- Moveworks
$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...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Success Manager, Public Sector
$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...
1 month ago
Senior Account Executive - Federal Civilian
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
Senior Data Analyst, Reliability Assessment
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
4 days ago
$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...
Reposted 3 days ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
Software Development Engineer, Distributed NoSQL Database Systems
$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...
Reposted 3 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.