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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$132K - $261K *

Join a team that's transforming workplace technology by leading digital employee experience initiatives, driving strategic recommendations, and enhancing productivity across enterprise environments...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $278K *

Transform enterprise environments by leading digital employee experience initiatives, providing strategic guidance, and enhancing productivity through innovative workplace technologies and solutions...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $278K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide digital employee experience initiatives. Drive strategic recommendations and technology assessments to enhance productivity and operational efficiency acros...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $194K *

Drive the design and implementation of scalable software systems, optimizing ingestion pipelines and machine learning integration for multi-modal content, while fostering collaboration and mentoring w...

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

$94K - $178K *

Drive the technical direction of IT solutions by enhancing Quality Assurance processes, developing architecture standards, and assessing application improvements to ensure scalability and maintainabil...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security for a complex federal platform, safeguarding cloud infrastructure and sensitive data. Collaborate within an Agile team to design, implement, and automate robust s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deliver integrated SAP IBP solutions, enhancing supply chain processes through collaboration and innovative AI capabilities. Lead cross-functional teams to drive s...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $158K *

Champion product profitability by leading a dynamic team to develop and execute strategic marketing plans, enhance partner relationships, and drive revenue growth across assigned product categories...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation by leading AI/ML initiatives, architecting solutions, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to translate complex concepts into business value, ensuring successful project...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $173K *

Empower cloud solutions by leveraging extensive IT experience and cloud technologies. Collaborate with government stakeholders to optimize cloud strategies and ensure effective implementation of hybri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$167K - $226K *

Contribute to the development of advanced tabular foundational models, optimizing machine learning capabilities in cloud environments while collaborating with top-tier researchers to drive innovation...

1 month ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $171K *

Empower teams to execute complex data center build projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across functions while managing resources, budgets, and stakeholder expectations to deliver innovative infr...

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

$135K - $160K *

Optimize cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Elevate cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Champion cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $220K *

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1 week ago

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

$155K - $190K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise-scale Generative AI solutions by leading architecture, design, and implementation efforts. Collaborate with clients to transform strategic objectives into scalable...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $156K *

Transform the future of Oracle Cloud ERP implementations by leading functional delivery, collaborating with stakeholders, and designing scalable solutions across financial applications throughout the...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading technical sales engagements in quantum computing, guiding customers through complex challenges, and delivering tailored solutions across diverse industries while collaborat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming the quantum computing landscape by leading technical sales engagements, guiding customers through complex challenges, and delivering tailored solutions across diverse i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $148K *

Engage in high-level support for control systems across multiple sites, focusing on troubleshooting, project management, and continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and reliability of...

1 week ago

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

$114K - $148K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of operational excellence, enhancing control systems across multiple sites. Engage in troubleshooting, project management, and continuous improvement initiatives to...

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  •   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.