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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Transform Azure environments through CI/CD automation and SRE practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment reliability and operational readiness, driving best practices in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $150K *

Engineer robust cloud identity solutions, automating access governance across hybrid environments. Manage AAA controls, integrate SSO, and enforce security policies using Terraform to enhance organiza...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee platform engineering for critical infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies while maintaining high service delivery standards and documentation f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $193K *

Unlock innovative infrastructure solutions by leading architectural design and modernization efforts. Collaborate across teams to ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable systems that support mission...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $247K *

Unlock your potential by joining an agile team to design, deploy, and maintain high-throughput services for a core mission analytic platform, while modernizing critical application codebases and autom...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $247K *

Lead the charge in modernizing and maintaining high-throughput services for a core mission analytic platform, while providing technical support and mentorship to an agile engineering team...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $182K *

Join a team that's redefining API management by designing and deploying scalable, secure solutions across hybrid cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise integ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the creation of semantic models on our Snowflake platform, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to translate complex business logic into reliable dat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing Salesforce solutions that modernize critical child welfare systems, ensuring high availability and compliance while mentoring teams and collaborating with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$137K - $233K *

Transform enterprise security by leading the ServiceNow platform architecture. Drive governance, establish secure patterns, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and robust securi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Transform technology ecosystems by designing and governing cloud-native architectures, bridging aerospace operations with AI-enhanced solutions. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, secure sys...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by leveraging your DevOps expertise to enhance client environments through innovative container solutions and strategic guidance, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, enhancing container orchestration, and driving automation strategies to improve client environments while ensuring compliance and security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $182K *

Empower workforce transformation by architecting AI-driven enablement initiatives. Design innovative learning solutions and facilitate interactive labs to enhance productivity and foster responsible A...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $182K *

Champion AI-driven enablement initiatives, designing innovative learning solutions and fostering collaboration to enhance workforce productivity and responsible AI adoption across the organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project delivery by leading teams, establishing schedules, and managing client expectations. Drive innovation in design processes and ensure quality control throughout all phases of architect...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$219K - $301K *

Shape the future of big data by partnering with teams to develop innovative architectures and solutions, guiding customers through implementation and best practices while fostering technical expertise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise data protection and recovery solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, automate, and improve backup and resiliency technologies, ensuring op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive the engineering and automation of enterprise data protection solutions, enhancing backup, recovery, and cyber resiliency across complex environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by engineering and enhancing enterprise data protection solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable backup, recovery, and cyber resiliency in complex environments, driving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data protection by engineering robust backup and recovery solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure resiliency across complex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $158K *

Transform data engineering processes by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring reliable access to enterprise data for analytics and reporting while collaborating with cross-functio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $104K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud solutions by designing and supporting innovative Azure-based architectures. Collaborate with experts to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient cloud-native appli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $160K *

Empower federal agencies by delivering tailored data governance solutions, ensuring compliance and driving measurable outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success and expand Co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $338K *

Transform enterprise AI architecture by owning methodology, technical vision, and asset portfolio. Collaborate with sales leadership and lead significant engagements, ensuring high-quality AI-native s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.