Cloud Application Architect Jobs

Explore Cloud Application Architect opportunities with organizations building, modernizing, and scaling applications in the cloud. These professionals connect business needs with technical strategy, designing secure, reliable, and cost-effective application environments across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced architects find opportunities that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Cloud Application Architect Do?

Cloud Application Architects shape how software is designed, deployed, integrated, and operated in cloud environments. They evaluate application requirements, select suitable cloud services and architectural patterns, and guide teams through modernization or new development. Responsibilities may include defining reference architectures, planning migrations, setting security and governance standards, reviewing technical designs, and improving performance, resilience, and cost efficiency.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience designing distributed applications and cloud-native systems, along with proficiency in one or more major cloud platforms. Helpful skills include microservices, APIs, containers and Kubernetes, serverless computing, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, networking, identity and access management, and observability. Strong communication, technical leadership, and the ability to translate business objectives into practical architecture are also valuable. Relevant degrees, hands-on experience, and cloud certifications may strengthen a candidate’s profile.

Where Cloud Application Architects Work

Cloud Application Architects are hired across technology, financial services, healthcare, consulting, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Roles may be found within enterprise architecture groups, software product organizations, cloud consulting firms, or internal transformation teams. Depending on the employer, positions may focus on a particular cloud provider, industry, application portfolio, or modernization program.

Explore Cloud Application Architect Careers

Find opportunities to lead architecture decisions, support cloud adoption, and deliver applications that meet demanding requirements for availability, security, and scale. Browse Ladders listings to discover vetted Cloud Application Architect jobs paying $100K or more and identify roles aligned with your experience, preferred technologies, and next career step.

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$12K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building and securing AWS infrastructures, driving operational excellence across scalable architectures. Enhance systems reliability and governance while mentoring teams and fosteri...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead Civic & Justice projects, driving design solutions and overseeing construction documentation. Collaborate with clients and consultants to deliver impac...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $170K *

Lead the charge in driving new business within Fortune 100 companies, employing strategic sales techniques and a deep understanding of client needs to deliver innovative cloud solutions while navigati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $155K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cloud communication systems, optimizing architectures, and leading AI integrations. Thrive in a dynamic environment while mentoring teams and resolving complex issues acr...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Drive impactful solutions as a tech-savvy consultant, showcasing cloud-based fire and EMS software to public safety agencies. Collaborate with sales teams to tailor presentations, enhance customer eng...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading the development of scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. Leverage your Terraform expertise to create robust data pipelines while mentoring team members and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $197K *

The Senior Sales Engineer at Obsidian Security will drive and manage the technical evaluation stage of the sales process while mentoring the team. This role requires expertise in SaaS security challen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Architect and enhance scalable infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating across engineering teams to implement innovative cloud technologies and open-source solutions for optimal product deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Architect innovative AI solutions by leading technical designs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful Agentforce experiences, driving business value and enhancing user enga...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping data platform strategies and governance, driving innovative solutions and team development. Collaborate with partners to enhance AI readiness and ensure successful technical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $205K *

Elevate your career by owning the TA tech stack, driving integrations, and enhancing system efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and lead vendor relationships, all...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion client success by delivering tailored Salesforce solutions from discovery to go-live. Engage with stakeholders, translate business needs into actionable strategies, and ensure seamless implem...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower customer engagement by leading the design and deployment of innovative contact center solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable, AI-driven workflows that enhance operational...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $163K *

Shape the future of our Elastic SIEM solution by leading design, operation, and optimization efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security, availability, and performance while drivin...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $161K *

Engage with us to optimize Workday integrations and reporting solutions. As a technical expert, you'll collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure secure data exchange and actionable insights that...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering and securing infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop robust solutions that protect sensi...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data solutions by designing and optimizing AWS-based data pipelines for a federal program, transforming critical datasets into an enterprise-level architecture, ensuring high-quality data del...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $207K *

Elevate business performance by partnering with the CCO to drive customer retention and revenue growth through strategic analysis, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $190K *

Lead and implement sophisticated statistical models and machine learning solutions to enhance large-scale data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful analytics and mentor...

Edison, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $127K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth in Hybrid Infrastructure solutions. Lead strategic account management, cultivate relationships, and enhance market presence while achieving sales targets in a d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Engage with enterprise customers to address complex security and risk challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading solution design and product demonstrations while collaborating with cross-function...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Transform enterprise security solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex challenges. Leverage your expertise to design impactful solutions, deliver compelling demos, and engage with stakeho...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Champion enterprise security solutions by partnering with Sales to address complex challenges. Lead technical discovery, solution design, and customer validation, ensuring alignment between technical...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $175K *

Optimize customer engagement by leading the transformation of ServiceNow CSM capabilities, driving scalable solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and stre...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Application Architect do?question toggle

    A Cloud Application Architect designs how applications run and interact in cloud environments. They select architectural patterns and services, guide development and migration, and help ensure systems are secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective.

  • What skills are important for Cloud Application Architect jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include cloud architecture on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; distributed systems; APIs and microservices; containers; serverless technologies; infrastructure as code; security; networking; and CI/CD. Communication and technical leadership are also important.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value substantial software or cloud engineering experience, a track record designing production systems, and familiarity with architecture and security practices. A relevant degree or cloud certification may be preferred or beneficial.

  • How much do Cloud Application Architects earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Cloud Application Architect opportunities.

  • Where can I find Cloud Application Architect jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Cloud Application Architect listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.