Cloud Architects design and guide the technology foundations that help organizations build, migrate, and operate systems in the cloud. They translate business needs into secure, scalable architectures and work across engineering, security, operations, and leadership teams. Explore vetted Cloud Architect opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by company and level, but often include designing cloud environments, evaluating platforms and services, setting architecture standards, planning migrations, and improving reliability and cost efficiency. Cloud Architects may specialize in public, private, or hybrid cloud, and commonly work with platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
Employers often seek experience with cloud infrastructure, networking, identity and access management, security, automation, and infrastructure as code. Familiarity with containers, distributed systems, governance, and cloud cost management can also be valuable. Communication and stakeholder collaboration are essential for turning complex technical requirements into practical architectural decisions.
Cloud Architect titles can include Solutions Architect, Enterprise Cloud Architect, Cloud Infrastructure Architect, and Principal Cloud Architect. Scope and compensation depend on factors such as experience, industry, location, platform expertise, and the scale of systems supported. Senior roles may shape enterprise-wide cloud strategy and mentor architecture or engineering teams.
Browse Cloud Architect openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and work arrangements, then find opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.
Cloud System Engineer 2-KR-7459
$78K - $250K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing web-based applications that streamline data management for intelligence community custodians using Java and Agile methodologies...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate software development by collaborating as a full-stack developer, leveraging expertise in Java/Spring Boot and Vue.js to create innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and drive business s...
1 week ago
Manager, Private Cloud Services
$160K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in private cloud services. Oversee specialized teams to ensure high availability, security, and scalability of on-premises infrastructure, while aligning with bro...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions. Lead migration efforts and optimize mission-critical systems while ensuring compliance with DoD policies. Colla...
Reposted 3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Collaborate with savings teams to drive architectural decisions, analyze impacts, and support designers. Leverage your .NET and React expertise to unblock challenges and enhance system performance in...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower mission success by leading cloud engineering initiatives, optimizing infrastructure, and ensuring security for critical systems. Collaborate with teams to modernize applications and enhance op...
4 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Partner with us to lead enterprise architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that align with mission objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate complex...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead enterprise architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure solutions align with mission objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into actionable d...
2 weeks ago
Cloud Adoption Engineer - Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence
$118K - $194K *
Drive successful cloud adoption by designing secure, scalable OCI environments for U.S. Federal Government clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess readiness, create foundational architectures...
4 days ago
Cloud Adoption Engineer - Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence
$118K - $194K *
Partner with us to drive successful cloud adoption for U.S. Federal Government clients. You'll assess readiness, design foundational architectures, and implement secure, scalable Oracle Cloud Infrastr...
4 days ago
Cloud Adoption Engineer - Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence
$118K - $194K *
Unlock potential by guiding U.S. Federal Government clients in establishing secure, scalable Oracle Cloud Infrastructure environments, ensuring readiness through expert assessments, architectural desi...
6 days ago
Cloud Adoption Engineer - Oracle Government, Defense & Intelligence
$118K - $194K *
Unlock potential by guiding U.S. Federal Government clients in establishing secure, scalable Oracle Cloud Infrastructure environments, ensuring readiness through technical assessments, foundational ar...
6 days ago
Principal Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Partner with us to design and implement secure, automated cloud infrastructure on AWS GovCloud. Leverage your extensive IT expertise to lead critical transitions, mentor engineers, and communicate eff...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Cloud SR Systems Administrator- DCGS - A
$108K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing secure Azure Government environments, deploying applications, and ensuring compliance. Leverage your expertise in system administration, security, and automati...
2 days ago
Cloud - Bare Metal Infrastructure Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Engineer a cutting-edge bare metal cloud infrastructure from the ground up. Collaborate with a skilled team to automate server lifecycles, optimize performance, and scale operations as we expand our f...
1 week ago
Cloud - Bare Metal Infrastructure Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by building and scaling a bare metal cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with a skilled team to automate server lifecycles and design efficient systems, shaping the future of our coloca...
1 week ago
$147K - $243K *
Unlock potential by crafting compelling technical proposals for cloud solutions, collaborating with clients and sales teams to deliver innovative strategies, and mentoring junior engineers while navig...
Reposted 1 week ago
$155K - $170K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI by designing and operationalizing MLOps architectures using Snowflake. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure machine learning s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower teams by architecting scalable, cloud-native microservices across AWS, Azure, or GCP. Lead containerization and CI/CD strategies while enhancing cloud security and mentoring engineers to eleva...
1 week ago
$1K - $500K+*
Transform your career by managing cloud systems and VDI platforms. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure security across government and commercial environ...
1 month ago
$1K - $500K+*
Empower cloud infrastructure by managing Windows servers and VDI platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, automate processes, and ensure compliance in both commercial and government e...
1 month ago
$1K - $500K+*
Elevate your career by managing Azure and VDI environments, optimizing cloud operations, and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with IT teams to drive automation and modernization, ensuring secur...
1 month ago
Agentic AI - AWS Solution Architect (Onsite)
$135K - $160K *
Transform enterprise AI capabilities by architecting innovative Agentic AI solutions on AWS. Lead technical discussions, define architecture standards, and ensure secure integration of AI agents with...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $105K *
Transform cloud security by applying the Risk Management Framework, ensuring compliance, conducting audits, and guiding teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to protect information assets and migrate n...
3 weeks ago
$107K - $227K *
Lead the enterprise data architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, secure, and AI-ready data platforms. Manage a team of data professionals while collaborating with stakeholders to align solutions wit...
3 weeks ago
What does a Cloud Architect do?
A Cloud Architect designs and oversees cloud technology solutions, including infrastructure, platforms, security, integrations, and migration plans. The role helps ensure systems meet business needs for scalability, reliability, security, and cost.
What skills are commonly required for Cloud Architect jobs?
Commonly requested skills include cloud platform expertise, networking, security, identity management, infrastructure as code, automation, and distributed systems. Employers also value architecture planning, communication, and collaboration across teams.
Which cloud platforms do Cloud Architects work with?
Many roles focus on Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Some organizations use multiple providers or combine public cloud with private infrastructure in a hybrid environment.
How can I find Cloud Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Cloud Architect listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation range, qualifications, location, and work arrangement.
What titles are similar to Cloud Architect?
Related titles include Cloud Solutions Architect, Enterprise Cloud Architect, Cloud Infrastructure Architect, Cloud Security Architect, and Principal Cloud Architect. Responsibilities can differ depending on the organization and specialization.