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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$129K - $174K *

Transform the future of cloud computing by developing and automating new server platforms. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability and streamline processes, ensuring high-quality launches at s...

2 weeks ago

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

$129K - $174K *

Join a team that's pioneering the next generation of cloud compute platforms. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to validate and automate server launches, ensuring reliability and performance...

2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Champion the development of next-gen EC2 machine learning platforms, collaborating across technical teams to enhance high-performance training and inference workloads in a cutting-edge cloud environme...

1 week ago

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

$168K - $227K *

Shape the future of cloud security by designing innovative solutions for a scalable log analytics platform, enhancing user data protection, and driving impactful changes in a fast-paced, collaborative...

4 days ago

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

$168K - $227K *

Empower innovation by designing and developing security features for a cloud-scale log analytics platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance user data protection and optimize system performan...

4 days ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Elevate your career by designing AI-ready data platforms in healthcare. Lead the way in implementing modern data architectures and streamlining complex systems to empower organizations with actionable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Transform data workflows in healthcare by architecting AI-ready data platforms. Drive compliance and innovation through hands-on implementation of advanced data solutions, aligning with legacy systems...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing cutting-edge data architectures for healthcare clients. Lead data transformation initiatives to make organizations AI-ready while ensuring compliance wit...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Innovate and enhance user experiences by integrating generative AI with existing features, driving design and architecture decisions while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful soluti...

1 week ago

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

$128K - $200K *

Transform client engagement by leading the development of tailored service solutions, driving revenue growth, and enhancing service offerings through collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $135K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing AWS cloud environments, focusing on automation and infrastructure as code. Collaborate with a diverse team to optimize systems and mentor junior engineers...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Engage with stakeholders by managing internal and external communications for a multi-cloud initiative. Develop strategies, create content, and ensure brand consistency while enhancing document usabil...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving effective communication strategies for a multi-cloud initiative. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance documentation and promote organizational initiatives, ensuring cla...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Elevate customer success by designing and implementing scalable AWS solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs, optimize project delivery, and provide technical guidance, driving innovat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Shape the future of cloud computing by developing robust software solutions for EC2 provisioning. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability for mi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving customer success through hands-on deployment and integration of AI solutions. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure effective implementation, adoption, and sustained u...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with customers to implement and optimize AI solutions, ensuring production readiness and driving adoption. Collaborate closely with technical teams to enhance user experience and deliver measur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $195K *

Elevate customer success by designing and implementing AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and innovative projects, ensuring adherence to best practic...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of intelligence technology by designing and deploying innovative DevOps solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance big data analytics and suppo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $242K *

Shape the future of secure software development by integrating security into CI/CD pipelines, automating vulnerability management, and collaborating with engineering teams to create a safer coding env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $140K *

Unlock the potential of cloud deployment by building and optimizing secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and platform reliability in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team to architect scalable cloud solutions, ensuring high engineering standards while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and governance in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $155K *

Optimize cloud security through collaboration, delivering robust solutions and monitoring secure architectures. Engage with stakeholders to enhance usability and seamlessly integrate security into dep...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $194K *

Drive innovation by designing and operating resilient distributed systems that empower millions to resolve DNS queries globally with low latency while enhancing security across diverse cloud environme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $194K *

Join us to design and operate high-availability authentication services, driving operational excellence and leveraging AI tools. Collaborate with teams to solve complex problems and enhance user exper...

1 week ago

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

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.