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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Lead the charge in ensuring seamless communication and enablement for critical infrastructure changes, bridging gaps between teams and translating complex updates into clear, actionable insights for c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Empower customer success by leading strategic communications and enablement for critical product changes. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transitions, translating complex updates into clea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of enterprise data architectures using Databricks. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable, secure data solutions that drive analytic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Transform customer experiences by leading strategic communications and enablement for critical product changes. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transitions, empowering customers and suppor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Drive security excellence by assessing and mitigating risks in cloud environments. Lead vulnerability management initiatives, collaborate with technical teams, and enhance security practices to protec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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Drive the deployment and management of cloud applications, ensuring optimal performance and security across Windows and Linux environments while automating processes and troubleshooting system issues...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Deliver impactful communications and enablement strategies for critical product changes, ensuring seamless transitions for customers and partners. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex u...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Champion innovation by designing and optimizing scalable platform infrastructure and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise applications and ensure reliability, securi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Lead the charge in delivering high-value design-build projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor staff while managing budgets and client...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative solutions by designing scalable, integrated systems that meet complex client needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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Transform customer engagement by architecting advanced AI solutions, bridging complex challenges with innovative strategies. Collaborate with partners to scale NVIDIA's open-weight model ecosystem and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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Transform data into actionable insights by designing scalable models and analytics tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and integrate innovative solutions, ensuring data qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$94K - $266K *

Empower customer success by designing and implementing AWS Connect solutions, conducting technology assessments, and leading project communications to enhance contact center operations and agent produ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative AWS Connect solutions. You'll lead technical assessments, mentor teams, and drive best practices in contact center des...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Explore a dynamic role managing AWS environments, enhancing infrastructure performance, and mentoring teams. Leverage your CloudOps expertise to drive improvements and ensure security in mission-criti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Lead the charge in managing a skilled team to deliver cloud solutions, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction across AWS/Azure environments while overseeing project execution and co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Join a team that's leading cloud solutions by managing a skilled group of architects and engineers. Oversee customer projects in AWS/Azure, ensuring operational excellence and effective communication...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Drive innovative solutions by leading technical relationships with major clients. Collaborate across teams to enhance data processing and optimize advertising platforms, ensuring seamless execution an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Transform data processes by building and maintaining robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and governance, ensuring reliable analytics and reporting for info...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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Empower data-driven decisions by building and maintaining robust data pipelines and platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and governance, ensuring reliable analytics and reporting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture for the Marine Corps. Leverage your expertise in DoDAF and systems engineering to develop compliant architectures and support critical mission cap...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Optimize cloud infrastructure by developing IaC and CI/CD pipelines, enhancing security and observability. Collaborate with teams to ensure scalable, reliable deployments while driving automation and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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.