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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$150K - $300K *

Transform the future of cloud-native applications by designing and developing scalable web solutions. Leverage your expertise in full stack development and cloud technologies to drive innovation and o...

Boston, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with customers as a Finance Enterprise consultant, implementing complex projects and ensuring high satisfaction. Collaborate with Finance and HR teams, leveraging expertise to drive successful...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build innovative AI solutions by collaborating with clients to tackle complex challenges. Design and deploy production-quality software while ensuring reliability and usability in real-world environme...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of data solutions as a Database Support Engineer, driving customer success through onboarding, technical support, and collaboration with sales teams to enhance product adoption and op...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize customer success by delivering expert implementation and integration services across diverse industries. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure seamless onboarding and technic...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $197K *

Partner with us to shape the future of Identity Management, driving growth in enterprise accounts. Leverage your technical expertise and business acumen to deliver impactful solutions and elevate clie...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $210K *

Transform the landscape of private equity and startups by advising on AI-driven strategies, enhancing deal flow, and driving portfolio-wide value creation through innovative Salesforce solutions and e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engineer robust security solutions to protect users and partners. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance security across infrastructure, applications, and compliance, while writing production code...

New York City, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive cybersecurity sales growth, fostering strong customer relationships and executing strategic campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solution...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect robust CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure while driving innovation in geospatial science. Collaborate on AI architecture and ensure compliance-ready deployments across multi-cloud envi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $275K *

Manage the delivery of GPU clusters for AI workloads by coordinating teams across engineering, networking, and operations. Develop strategies, manage risks, and ensure timely, quality launches to scal...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $170K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

The Staff Front-End Engineer at Short Story will play a crucial role in shaping user experience and engineering standards by developing high-quality web applications using NextJS, React-Query, and Tai...

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

$134K - $201K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $166K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $140K *

Engage as an experienced implementation leader managing complex client onboarding and execution of digital banking solutions. Collaborate across teams to drive project success, enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $215K *

Join a dedicated team to shape enterprise strategies in business continuity and risk management while driving operational resilience across the organization. Leverage your expertise to influence decis...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative fullstack solutions, guiding technical direction, and enhancing team capabilities. Collaborate across functions to deliver robust, scalable products while ment...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of our NetSuite environment by developing and automating solutions that enhance efficiency across Finance, Sales, and Operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement AI-driven fe...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $275K *

Join us in resolving complex adoption challenges through innovative solutions, ensuring successful product deployment and growth. Collaborate with teams to design tailored strategies and influence bes...

Florida, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop innovative healthcare solutions that enhance patient interaction and streamline processes. Collaborate across teams to build an exceptional, responsive platform that scales remote care deliver...

Fremont, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $168K *

Empower industry leaders by becoming a trusted partner in their success. Work cross-functionally to enhance customer operations and drive value through innovative solutions. This role offers growth po...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join us to lead our accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and scalability. Drive financial reporting, audits, and team development while applying your technical expertise in a dynamic, multi-channe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.

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