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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$105K - $130K *

Join a team that designs and builds robust backend services and APIs, driving impactful features on our cloud platform. Collaborate in Agile sprints, own your domain, and develop scalable solutions th...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$261K - $356K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic security account plans and fostering relationships to achieve double-digit revenue growth. Collaborate with partners and technical teams to enhance product and se...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Empower clinical trial design by architecting robust data infrastructures that streamline insights extraction from diverse clinical documents, enhancing decision-making through advanced data pipelines...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by redefining data strategies to elevate product growth. As a key analytics partner, you’ll shape decision-making by leveraging insights and KPIs, contributing to high-impact initiati...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Microsoft 365 operations, ensuring seamless administration and management of tenant subscriptions, Exchange online, and identity services while leveraging best practices...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $189K *

Transform your career by leading product development for FedRAMP Moderate applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance, optimize the roadmap, and enhance customer value in...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leveraging your cybersecurity expertise to drive software modernization initiatives. Contribute to operational objectives while ensuring compliance within a collaborative Agile...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing technical support for a large SQL database, translating business needs into reliable solutions while ensuring database performance and security for critical research o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join our innovative team to enhance and optimize SharePoint solutions for a Federal Government client while collaborating closely with diverse stakeholders on technical projects to deliver effective a...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by owning complex software features that integrate virtual machines into a secure platform. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions while establishing strong eng...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Transform data into insights by developing cutting-edge machine learning models. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address complex business needs using advanced analytics, ensuring data-driv...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive revenue growth by executing strategic sales initiatives in the AI security market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, build relationships with key stakeholder...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $137K *

Optimize project outcomes as you manage small to medium-sized initiatives. Collaborate across teams, navigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of quality solutions while enhancing communication and s...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data center operations by managing critical facility systems for AI infrastructure. Ensure readiness, maintenance, and monitoring standards to support high-density environments while scaling...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $260K *

Lead technical solutions for U.S. Army accounts, enhancing digital performance and visibility. Collaborate with executives to develop strategies, conduct presentations, and address complex challenges...

Abell, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead design and optimization of enterprise security controls. Focus on guarding data and networks utilizing advanced Palo Alto solutions while collaborating across various techn...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative AI development teams, designing cutting-edge solutions, and orchestrating advanced agent workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance and optimize Calypso setups for accounting and finance processes. Leverage your expertise in capital markets and lead efforts in account mapping, legal entity configurat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Transform complex AI research into scalable, reliable systems. Collaborate across teams to architect and enhance backend services, ensuring robust infrastructure for model training and data collection...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Shape innovative Salesforce solutions by leading design and delivery across multiple clouds. Engage with clients to gather requirements, document solutions, and guide implementation teams in a fully r...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $118K *

Elevate the quality of software by designing automated testing frameworks and integrating AI tools for enhanced efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth delivery of hig...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $141K *

Contribute to cutting-edge full stack applications, transforming business needs into innovative tech solutions. Collaborate and innovate within Agile teams, emphasizing security and performance across...

Portsmouth, NHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $207K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise AI adoption by assessing, deploying, and securing Microsoft 365 Copilot and Agent 365 capabilities. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer environments and ens...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.