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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$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $280K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $230K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $161K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $192K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $218K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $170K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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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.