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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$180K - $247K *

Optimize technical strategies for clients by leading architecture discussions, driving platform adoption, and serving as a trusted advisor. Leverage deep expertise in data systems and AI to deliver sc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $275K *

Lead the architectural vision for cloud-native services and public APIs, ensuring reliability and performance standards while driving cross-functional initiatives and mentoring engineers to achieve ex...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate and lead the development of Azure infrastructure solutions, driving automation and cloud adoption strategies while collaborating across teams to deliver robust architecture and technology gov...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at securing cloud environments by designing robust guardrails and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and ensure compliance across...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $220K *

Architect cloud security solutions by designing, developing, and implementing robust monitoring systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance incident response and continuously improve security practices...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Innovate with us as a Solutions Architect, driving technical sales and enhancing customer experiences across diverse data center operations, while shaping product direction and empowering the sales te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $279K *

Unlock potential by architecting customized applications using Conga Products. Lead end-to-end Quote-to-Cash implementations, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business transformation in co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Grow your career with a fully remote role focused on designing and optimizing secure, scalable cloud-based data solutions across Azure and AWS, supporting critical national defense initiatives through...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Help us lead Anaplan model development as an architectural SME, driving large-scale connected planning solutions while collaborating with senior leadership to optimize processes and deliver insights e...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative Anaplan solutions by leading model development and architecture. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize connected planning strategies and drive impactful insights across th...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$241K - $361K *

Grow your career with a senior technical sales role focused on driving secure connectivity and innovative solutions within the Federal public sector, engaging with key agency leaders to align strategi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing cloud security engineering, optimizing hybrid-cloud solutions, and enhancing secure architectures. Drive technical recommendations and improvements while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $190K *

Shape innovative IT solutions by leading technical strategies for federal proposals. Collaborate with teams to design enterprise architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals while serving as...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud computing applications and services by designing, managing, and enhancing public, private, and hybrid architectures. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $272K *

Join a team that’s shaping innovative architecture solutions, impacting product designs through strategic guidance and scalable technical solutions on cloud-native platforms while balancing performanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$181K - $272K *

Advance your career by shaping innovative architecture solutions that drive business success, ensuring seamless integration across products while enhancing performance, reliability, and cost efficienc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$181K - $272K *

Innovate as a key player in designing scalable solutions for complex Ad Tech systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate client needs into efficient architecture, driving technologic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$165K - $272K *

Lead the charge in developing architectural solutions to translate business needs into scalable designs within a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate while ens...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Transform cloud infrastructure and development for innovative digital scholarship initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, build, and maintain scalable solutions, while mentoring student...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of security in complex hybrid cloud environments. You'll design and implement robust security solutions while collaborating with leadership, engineering teams, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $240K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic technical advisor for key enterprise customers, guiding architecture decisions and aligning technical plans with business outcomes to ensure successful imple...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by ensuring the reliability and security of our cloud infrastructure. Partner with cross-functional teams to automate operations, optimize costs, and maintain compliance in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a role focused on optimizing cloud infrastructure, automating operations, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance se...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of designing and implementing bespoke AI solutions, serving as a trusted technical advisor throughout the client journey. Collaborate with teams to enhance integration and optimize auto...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of complex AWS engagements by anchoring architecture across delivery, security, and client relations. Become the key strategist who connects technical design to business excellenc...

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Reposted 3 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.

  • 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.