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.
Data Architect, Corporate Services
$170K - $190K *
Lead and own the end-to-end data architecture for a modern finance platform, ensuring high data quality and governance, while managing a team, fostering relationships, and driving strategic implementa...
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$120K - $145K *
Champion the evolution of enterprise networking by providing strategic guidance and hands-on support for a comprehensive Re-IP initiative, focusing on routing, switching, and multi-cloud design to enh...
1 week ago
Sr. Engineer, Cloud - CTIO (Hybrid)
$140K - $220K *
Shape the future of cloud architecture by leading the design and implementation of scalable, low-latency services, collaborating with senior teams to enhance security through innovative AI solutions i...
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Enterprise Architect - Advanced
$180K - $190K *
Grow your career with us as you develop and maintain enterprise architectures, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity guidelines and business needs while enhancing system resilience and operational con...
3 weeks ago
Technical Solutions Architect - Anthropic / Claude Cowork
$165K - $185K *
Lead the charge in transforming organizations through AI adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance productivity and drive measurable o...
3 weeks ago
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Solution Architect - Pre Sales
$150K - $180K *
Join us to deliver innovative GCP solutions through strategic consulting, hands-on POCs, and collaboration, driving application modernization and cloud transformation with clients across diverse indus...
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Sr. Cloud Applications Developer
$94K - $141K *
Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and managing resilient systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability and performance of applications while implementing automation and CI/CD p...
2 weeks ago
$170K - $218K *
Drive cloud transformation by migrating legacy systems to AWS. Collaborate with teams to design scalable, secure architectures and automate processes using IaC and DevOps practices, enhancing data ana...
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Principal Consultant - Government Cloud Managed Services
$172K - $240K *
Lead the design and implementation of government cloud solutions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across multiple platforms. Mentor teams, drive automation, and engage in pre-sales acti...
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$150K - $185K *
Elevate your career by leading the strategy and architecture of enterprise storage solutions across multi-cloud environments. Drive modernization initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional team...
4 weeks ago
$137K - $234K *
Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable Azure solutions, optimizing cloud infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business productivity and drive innov...
4 weeks ago
Lead Solutions Architect (Secret cleared)
$120K - $234K *
Optimize resource allocation decisions by architecting a multi-agent AI platform that integrates statistical simulation and optimization modeling, ensuring effective solutions for federal agencies und...
2 weeks ago
Cloud Systems & Endpoint Engineer
$90K - $110K *
Optimize cloud systems and endpoint engineering by administering, securing, and enhancing enterprise platforms. Deliver high-touch support for users while driving automation and continuous improvement...
1 week ago
Principal ProServe Cloud Architect - Connect, Amazon Connect Center of Delivery Excellence
$182K - $247K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing tailored cloud solutions, collaborating with customers to achieve business outcomes while providing technical expertise throughout their cloud journey...
2 days ago
Ground Software Systems Architect
$195K - $235K *
Lead the charge in defining and delivering secure ground software systems for advanced space and national security missions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex requirements...
2 weeks ago
$320K - $405K *
Lead the charge in securing data center operations by designing and managing robust hardware inventory systems, ensuring continuous monitoring and compliance through innovative tools and automation, w...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $130K *
Optimize security for a federal Azure platform by guiding teams, reviewing configurations, and enforcing controls. Collaborate with customers to implement best practices and enhance security measures...
2 days ago
$170K - $200K *
Engineer scalable cloud infrastructure using Google Cloud Platform to support mission-critical applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, optimize performance, and drive application mod...
1 week ago
Senior Platform Support Analyst with data cloud
$90K - $110K *
Drive excellence by leveraging your Salesforce expertise to support and enhance data management and loyalty solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and deliver...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Partner with us to design and optimize complex systems architecture, ensuring robust identity infrastructure, virtualization, and data protection. Lead technical initiatives and drive recovery strateg...
2 weeks ago
IT Consultant V - Cloud, Azure, Databricks
$150K - $194K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive cloud platform capabilities, ensuring successful project delivery and application support across Azure services. Leverage expertise to enhance business proc...
3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer Cloud Scalability
$174K - $220K *
Pioneer significant enhancements in cloud infrastructure, optimizing capacity and performance. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure scalability and reliability while shaping best practices...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Unlock innovation by developing cloud-native applications and tools that enhance RDT&E efforts for national security. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality software solutions in a hyb...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Azure Cloud & Network Engineer, Databricks Enablement
$110K - $130K *
Transform enterprise cloud environments by designing secure Azure infrastructures, implementing governance controls, and collaborating with Databricks architects to enhance connectivity and security f...
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Adoption Specialist - Infrastructure & Agentic
$100K - $120K *
Transform partner ecosystems by designing and delivering certification programs that ensure engineering excellence and innovation. Collaborate with teams to validate expertise and drive self-service e...
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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.