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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$140K - $180K *

Champion innovative solutions by designing robust, cloud-native architectures and leading engineering teams to create scalable systems across diverse platforms in a dynamic, greenfield environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $372K *

Shape the future of client solutions by leading agile teams in developing GenAI applications, ensuring successful project delivery and technical excellence while influencing C-suite decisions and navi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Build impactful GenAI solutions as a senior leader, collaborating with clients and engineering teams. Direct pods to ensure effective delivery and influence executive decisions for successful project...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Champion innovative GenAI solutions as a senior technical leader, guiding teams in deployed engineering pods. Influence C-suite decisions while mentoring junior engineers, ensuring delivery excellence...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Pioneer advanced GenAI solutions with senior clients, leading engineering teams and managing project execution to drive impactful results. Influence strategic decisions and foster trusted relationship...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead innovation by tackling complex GenAI challenges, driving engineering excellence in cross-functional teams. Influence C-suite decisions while developing cutting-edge solutions for clients, ensurin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead client-focused engineering pods, driving the development and deployment of GenAI solutions. Collaborate with C-suite stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers to de...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Grow your career with a team that designs and implements GenAI solutions for clients, leading innovative engineering pods that tackle challenges, elevate technology, and influence decision-making at t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of GenAI solutions, leading innovative engineering pods to deliver impactful results. Engage with top clients, mentor talent, and drive success in fast-paced enviro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative GenAI solutions as a senior practitioner, driving technical direction and optimizing client engagements with hands-on leadership. Mentor teams and navigate com...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead engineering teams to design and deploy GenAI solutions for clients, navigating technical challenges while fostering trusted relationships. Influence decision-making at the C-suite level while ens...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Play a key role in driving innovative GenAI solutions by leading cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, and engaging with clients to ensure scalable and production-ready applications that meet s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead and manage engineering teams to deploy GenAI solutions for clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and strategic alignment with executive stakeholders; influence decisions, navigate complexities...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Empower clients by leading engineering pods to develop and deploy GenAI solutions. Use your technical expertise to guide project execution, mentor teams, and influence C-suite decisions while ensuring...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Elevate client experiences by leading engineering pods to develop and deploy GenAI solutions. Drive technical direction, mentor team members, and ensure delivery excellence while influencing stakehold...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Elevate your career by leading GenAI solutions, directly engaging with executive clients, driving innovation, and overcoming technical challenges in dynamic, cross-functional teams to deliver scalable...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Shape the future of AI engineering as a senior leader driving GenAI solutions with strategic clients. Influence decision-making at the C-suite level while leading cross-functional pods to deliver scal...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead and influence strategic client engagements with expertise in GenAI solutions, while mentoring teams and overseeing technical delivery for complex engineering projects to shape transformative outc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Architect innovative GenAI solutions, leading strategic client engagements with technical direction. Influence C-suite decisions while managing cross-functional pods and overseeing execution for scala...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team to lead secure architecture reviews, design preventive controls, and build Infrastructure-as-Code solutions for cloud environments, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks across...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining construction technology by architecting scalable, reliable systems that integrate cutting-edge AI and computer vision. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Develop and optimize scalable data pipelines using Azure technologies, ensuring data security and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance and innovation in ente...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$62K - $153K *

Deliver innovative AWS solutions as part of a dynamic engineering team, enhancing cloud infrastructure through automation, security protocols, and effective management, driving success in federal envi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $204K *

Build innovative control systems software for AWS data centers, focusing on mechanical infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability and efficiency while providing on...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.