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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Champion the design and governance of enterprise-grade data and AI platforms using Azure Databricks. Lead complex implementations, ensuring alignment with business outcomes while delivering sustainabl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud operations by supporting migration, deployment, and maintenance of secure, high-performing AWS and/or Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize inf...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative solutions by leading large-scale design projects in entertainment and cloud computing. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver cutting-edge technology and enhance user experiences t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $191K *

Join a dynamic team as a Cloud Engineer, focusing on M365 services in a GCC-H environment. You'll ensure secure, compliant operations while managing B2B services, collaborating with partners, and supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$164K - $246K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate cloud requirements into actionable product strategies, ensuring technical excellence and successful implementations in complex environments...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore your career by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Infrastructure as Code and automate workflows, wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement Infrastructure as Code and optimize performance through...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability while automating workflows and providing technical support for cloud infrastructure and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement Infrastructure as Code and automate workflows, while providing techni...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Infrastructure as Code and automate workflows...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join us to design and deploy Azure services, ensuring security and scalability while implementing Infrastructure as Code. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud solutions and provide technical suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability while automating workflows and enhancing performance through innovative techn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by designing and deploying Azure services, ensuring security and scalability while automating workflows and enhancing performance through innovative techn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $135K *

Empower cloud innovation by designing and developing robust cloud infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $135K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud infrastructure and cyber operations. Leverage your expertise in backend development and cloud technologies to enhance mission-critical applications and drive inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $145K *

Advance our mission by optimizing hybrid cloud networks for federal systems. You'll manage and secure operations that enhance public service accessibility, ensuring compliance with standards and maint...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $167K *

Play a key role in shaping cloud application architecture, providing expert technical leadership and strategic direction, while collaborating across teams to deliver mission-critical solutions and ens...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $230K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing secure cloud networks in classified environments. Collaborate with teams to implement hybrid solutions, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards while...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $153K *

Lead the charge in securing AWS cloud environments by designing and implementing robust security controls, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with engineering teams to inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $124K *

Join us to enhance cloud security for clients by assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing remediation strategies. Collaborate with experienced professionals while gaining hands-o...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.