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.
$209K - $273K *
Grow your career with a technical leadership role tackling complex challenges while mentoring others and collaborating on impactful projects across multiple engineering teams, elevating standards and...
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$322K - $402K *
Transform enterprise growth by driving net-new logo acquisition and expanding major accounts in data security and AI resilience. Engage C-suite decision-makers and collaborate with partners to deliver...
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Network Recovery Senior Associate
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Lead the charge in resolving critical network outages by engaging with customers, troubleshooting Ciena products, and collaborating with teams to enhance recovery outcomes and document root cause anal...
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Oracle eBusiness Suite Developer
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Oracle eBusiness Suite functionalities. Leverage your 20+ years of expertise to lead critical projects, solve complex issues, and support finance and payment...
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Forward Deployed Engineer, Ecosystem
$179K - $224K *
Engage with partner engineering teams to design and prototype integrations that enhance our AI platform. This role demands hands-on engineering, scalable architecture, and translating findings into im...
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Professional Services Engineer III
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by developing and supporting NCR Atleos financial software solutions for ATMs. Collaborate with teams to deliver complex solutions, ensuring quality and performance while providing...
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Staff Database Reliability Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Transform database systems through innovative architecture and automation, enhancing reliability and scalability. Collaborate across teams to simplify complex infrastructures while driving performance...
2 weeks ago
$27K - $244K *
Lead the charge in transforming identity and access management with innovative strategies ensuring identity is the core of security. Drive and oversee IAM programs, ensuring compliance and operational...
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Senior Director Infrastructure Engineering
$175K - $210K *
Transform infrastructure engineering by leading a global team to develop and implement design standards for AI factories, ensuring consistency and efficiency across projects while driving innovation a...
1 week ago
Sr. Staff Security Software Engineer - Agentic Security Engineering
$228K - $314K *
Drive the architecture and engineering direction for a shared Security AI platform, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations across multiple security functions while mentoring teams and alig...
1 week ago
Sr. Observability Systems Engineer
$178K - $200K *
Join us to shape the future of observability in infrastructure. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and enhance our metrics and logging platforms while driving automation and AI integration ac...
1 week ago
Security Engineer, Exposure and Vulnerability Management
$120K - $145K *
Drive comprehensive vulnerability management across diverse infrastructures, ensuring robust security for cutting-edge AI technologies. Own the entire security program, from engineering to remediation...
4 days ago
$112K - $137K *
Unlock potential by designing and developing interactive dashboards that enhance program performance insights. Collaborate with teams to translate data into actionable visualizations, driving informed...
2 weeks ago
Mechanical Design Manager - Data Center Construction
$170K - $210K *
Lead mechanical design initiatives for construction projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure high-quality delivery, manage project phases, and innovate solution...
1 week ago
Principal Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (GCP)
$144K - $288K *
Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$133K - $146K *
Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...
4 days ago
Endpoint Security / ESS Engineer (Journeyman)
$95K - $115K *
Transform endpoint security management by ensuring compliance, investigating security events, and implementing corrective actions within the Department of Defense's Endpoint Security Solutions environ...
4 days ago
Staff Security Engineer, Proactive Security - AI
$193K - $285K *
Champion the design and operation of security services, ensuring safety and resilience for delivery systems. Collaborate across teams to foster secure practices while guiding and mentoring engineers t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer – AI Applications & ServiceNow
$100K - $130K *
Drive the design and deployment of secure AI applications in cloud environments, integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and ServiceNow solutions to enhance operational efficiency and...
4 days ago
Account Executive - Enterprise (New Hampshire)
$91K - $194K *
Drive enterprise sales growth by managing multiple opportunities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering solutions that meet customer needs. Achieve sales targets through effective...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...
1 week ago
Sr. Manager - Platform and Architecture Validation and Compliance
$120K - $185K *
Champion digital transformation by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, validation, and operational excellence in IT services. Drive strategic technology initiatives that align with bu...
Reposted 1 week ago
$108K - $149K *
Elevate your career by leading integrated campaigns that drive demand generation. Collaborate across teams to create cohesive strategies, optimize performance, and deliver impactful results in a fast...
3 weeks ago
$128K - $170K *
Join a team that drives strategic growth by engaging with Fortune 100 clients. Leverage your sales expertise in enterprise software to enhance customer relationships and deliver exceptional business v...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Solutions & Implementation Manager
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions. As a Senior Solutions & Implementation Manager, you'll engage with C-level executives and lead high-profile projects, ensurin...
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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.