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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$143K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to build scalable, high-performing cloud systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment, focusing on reliability, security, and operational excellence...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$171K - $286K *

Drive innovation by leading a new team focused on enhancing AWS developer experiences. Shape strategic roadmaps, tackle high-impact challenges, and pioneer AI-powered solutions to simplify software de...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$133K - $200K *

Drive the enterprise architecture design and deployment of IT systems, ensuring security, scalability, and resilience, while leading a team to deliver effective solutions that meet organizational need...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving cloud transformation for Financial Services, leveraging AWS expertise to enhance client relationships, foster innovation, and spearhead strategic initiatives for growth and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to develop innovative robotic solutions for diverse applications, focusing on integration and customer needs. Collaborate with partners to design, demonstrate, and implement cutting-edge techn...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $123K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team to enhance global cloud infrastructure operations. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor talent, and ensure optimal performance in data center management while participa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $150K *

Transform your career by optimizing cloud solutions for the U.S. Coast Guard. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance performance, security, and cost-efficiency in Intelligence Community cloud en...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing scalable Azure cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement DevSecOps practices, ensuring secure and efficient cloud environm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead architectural design and implementation of ERP solutions using Salesforce and MuleSoft. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, and sustainable integr...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $117K *

Drive day-to-day operations of Azure and Microsoft 365 services, ensuring optimal performance, incident management, and compliance with service levels while supporting service transitions and maintena...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by building and supporting AWS cloud infrastructure for AI/ML and Data Science teams. Collaborate on Kubernetes, Docker, and Terraform to enhance platform operations and troubleshoot...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$153K - $207K *

Elevate customer success by designing innovative cloud architectures and solutions. Collaborate with teams to implement AWS technologies, ensuring effective deployment and integration while driving st...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$111K - $186K *

Pioneer the maintenance and operation of critical data center facilities. Lead teams in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Engage closely with...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's empowering cloud transformation by providing essential engineering, administration, and operational support for a hybrid AWS environment, ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable co...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $160K *

Unlock innovative cloud solutions by designing and operating complex systems for U.S. Government agencies. Collaborate with top-tier clients to enhance compliance and customer experience while tacklin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $194K *

Engage in innovative software development across diverse AWS teams, designing and implementing scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and mentor juni...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Transform product data architecture by leading initiatives that modernize the lifecycle for a major omnichannel retailer. Collaborate with stakeholders to design enterprise-scale solutions across digi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion transformative solutions by leading Salesforce implementations and optimizing client engagements. Leverage your expertise to deliver impactful results while driving project success, enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing scalable AWS data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and optimize performance, enabling effective analytics...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement secure Azure cloud solutions, guiding teams through infrastructure-as-code and DevOps practices while ensuring compliance and cost-efficiency across t...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$132K - $178K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by building innovative services and enhancing usability. Collaborate across diverse teams while leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of big data by developing scalable Python applications and optimizing data processing solutions in a hands-on role focused on AWS and PySpark technologies...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable data solutions using Python and AWS. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance and integrate APIs, focusing on big data applications in a hands-on enginee...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Data Engineer, driving innovative solutions with Python and AWS. Collaborate across teams to develop scalable applications and optimize big data processes in a dynami...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $175K *

Pioneer security architecture initiatives to protect our products with secure-by-design frameworks. Collaborate across teams to evaluate risks, create actionable guidance, and drive standardized secur...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.