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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$94K - $266K *

Join us to lead innovative cloud-based contact center projects, driving success for Mid-Market & Enterprise clients. Utilize your project management expertise to deliver cutting-edge solutions and fos...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock AI-driven engineering transformation by collaborating with clients to enhance SDLC processes. Drive measurable improvements in delivery speed and quality through innovative solutions and hands...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative laboratory solutions by designing, developing, and deploying clinical applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and ensure seamless integration, driving ope...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by bridging technical expertise and strategic vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful architectures that drive customer success and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by delivering strategic automation solutions. Leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to solve client challenges and promote the adoption of Red H...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise security by bridging technical and strategic initiatives, ensuring robust cyber defense across hybrid environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and d...

Reston, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative data solutions on Databricks. Lead architecture workshops, partner with sales, and drive enterprise-level analytics and AI platforms while ensuring governan...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprise clients by designing and delivering innovative data, analytics, and AI platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with teams to shape solutions, lead workshops, and ensure governance whil...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Innovate by designing and delivering advanced data and AI platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with clients and teams to shape solutions, optimize architectures, and drive successful implementations f...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $163K *

Join a dynamic Solutions Architecture team to tackle complex technology challenges, drive customer success, and enhance product offerings across diverse industries. Your expertise will shape outcomes...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $181K *

Join a dynamic team to automate and enhance software delivery for critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and performance while supporting national secur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $138K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating secure, scalable AWS cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and streamline software delivery throug...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...

Herndon, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing technical expertise to government customers, guiding them in using GitLab's solutions for impactful business outcomes. Collaborate with sales and stakeholders to ensure e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $184K *

Pioneer the development and operational convergence through automation, designing CI/CD pipelines and driving release process efficiency to enhance software delivery across diverse teams and projects...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $191K *

Join the team to design and develop scalable software solutions for healthcare supply chain transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance the rules engine and deliver high-qualit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with innovative sourcing solutions, manage complex RFPs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive procurement success while leveraging cutting-edge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $266K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer engagements by managing AWS solutions delivery, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving strategic growth through strong relationships and innovative practice...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead customer relationships and delivery for AWS engagements, ensuring satisfaction and quality. Collaborate with sales for account growth, guide project teams, and drive AI-enabled solutions while ma...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and development of resilient AWS serverless services, collaborating with senior engineers to enhance platform capabilities while ensuring operational excellence and high-quality autom...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead architectural design for large-scale hyperscale cloud data centers, overseeing projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and efficient...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$184K - $287K *

Transform the landscape of AI infrastructure by collaborating with partners to implement cutting-edge GPU solutions, driving customer engagement throughout the project lifecycle, and contributing to t...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $227K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise healthcare solutions, driving technology strategy and AI adoption while mentoring junior staff and aligning IT initiatives with business goals for enhanced patie...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$220K - $270K *

Unlock potential by guiding application security strategies across diverse product landscapes. In this senior technical role, you'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and enhance security processe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $202K *

Drive strategic capacity planning and lifecycle management for global network infrastructure, ensuring scalable growth and resiliency. Collaborate across teams to execute high-level deployment plans a...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.