Explore Cloud Architect Jobs

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.

What Cloud Architects Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Career Opportunities

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.

Find Cloud Architect Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$100K - $120K *

Transform secure cloud and on-prem storage environments by provisioning and optimizing solutions to enhance mission-critical capability and compliance across hybrid infrastructures for federal and DoD...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the modernization and optimization of cloud storage solutions while ensuring high performance and compliance in both cloud and on-premises environments. Foster continuous improvement to enhance m...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize and manage hybrid cloud storage solutions to ensure compliance, security, and peak performance. Engage with mission-critical applications while driving continuous improvement in disaster reco...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing cloud storage solutions, ensuring high performance and security across hybrid environments while supporting modernization and efficiency for mission-critical applica...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Discover innovative solutions as you enhance cloud storage environments, ensuring high performance and compliance. Collaborate in a dynamic team to strengthen mission-critical systems across hybrid in...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Innovate cloud solutions by designing and automating infrastructure in Cloud.gov and Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and security, driving impactful results for clients while shap...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Transform cloud environments by leveraging architecture and generative AI. Join a dynamic team to optimize infrastructure, enhance security, and deliver innovative solutions while ensuring rigorous ov...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $108K *

Drive innovation by designing and maintaining scalable machine learning solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ML capabilities into applications, optimizing performance and de...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in designing and automating cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure. Leverage your expertise in Infrastructure as Code to enhance deployment efficiency and scal...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on cloud innovation. As a key contributor, you'll manage communications, develop strategies, and engage stakeholders to enhance our multi-cloud...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as you design, implement, and maintain secure cloud environments for R&D programs, ensuring seamless data integration and compliance with security protocols while leveraging your c...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $188K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by leading the design and implementation of a robust MREF architecture, ensuring high availability, security, and cost efficiency while supporting a premier law enforcem...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $203K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing secure cloud solutions that optimize performance, scalability, and operational support for mission-critical environments, integrating modern capabilities like...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation as you architect Azure solutions, ensuring secure data governance and seamless integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and AI capabilities, driving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Optimize data architecture and exploitation strategies in a high-visibility role, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance mission-critical systems and ensure robust security measures across cloud e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $230K *

Shape the future of cloud security by architecting robust solutions across multi-cloud environments, ensuring compliance and best practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $230K *

Lead the design and governance of cloud security architecture, ensuring compliance and best practices across hybrid infrastructures. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to enhance securi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $230K *

Shape the future of cloud security by architecting robust solutions across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Zero Trust principles and enhance security pos...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $230K *

Shape the future of cloud security by architecting robust solutions across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security standards, drive compliance, and enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

Architect resilient cloud environments on AWS GovCloud, driving modernization and security for mission-critical systems, while leading strategic project initiatives and providing expert guidance throu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by deploying and managing secure cloud infrastructure, focusing on Kubernetes environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in mission-critical applicatio...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive secure cloud infrastructure solutions for mission-critical operations. Leverage your expertise in Kubernetes and cloud technologies to enhance system reliability and support collaborative engine...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and security for high-traffic web assets, ensuring seamless operations and robust security measures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service offerings...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving cloud engineering solutions for high-traffic web assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, automate processes, and ensure business continuity in...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $140K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to design and implement innovative cloud solutions in a multi-cloud environment, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with business objectives wh...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Architect do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.