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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$135K - $145K *

Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining robust pipelines that empower critical processes. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance data reliability and efficiency in a high-t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming customer experiences through innovative technical solutions. As a Solutions Architect, you'll bridge business needs with technology, guiding clients from discovery to d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Design and implement robust Microsoft 365 and Azure solutions, focusing on zero-trust architecture and automation. Collaborate with teams to create standards and documentation while ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in modernizing our CI/CD ecosystem, bridging legacy systems with Azure cloud solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance deployment infrastructure and ensure scalable, secure enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Innovate your career by leading the architecture and modernization of applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cloud adoption and establish technical standards while ensuring app...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in architecting and operationalizing cutting-edge AI solutions, focusing on compliance and security in the defense sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Empower our team to design and implement cutting-edge data solutions, leveraging cloud technologies and best practices. Collaborate with clients to enhance data architecture, engineering, and visualiz...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing innovative solutions and architectures. Collaborate with clients to create robust data platforms, pipelines, and visualizations, driving strategic insights an...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Help us drive architectural excellence across hypervisor, OS, and datacenter layers, ensuring seamless integration and scalability for our private cloud platform while mentoring teams and influencing...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $178K *

Optimize software delivery by building and automating infrastructure, focusing on CI/CD pipelines and cloud management. Collaborate with developers to enhance workflows and ensure system scalability...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $191K *

Optimize data solutions by designing and maintaining scalable architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data reliability and efficiency while driving best practices in data man...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $191K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data architectures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data solutions and drive best practices in data management and pipeline de...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud infrastructure for NASA's Science Cloud. Support onboarding and operations while implementing DevOps best practices in a collaborative, agile environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Advance your career by enhancing cloud platforms and container strategies. Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing Kubernetes environments and driving secure adoption of container technologies in a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $217K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative data solutions with Databricks. Collaborate with clients to tackle complex challenges, mentor teams, and drive impactful results while fostering strong relations...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading a team of architects to deliver impactful analytics and engineering projects, fostering client relationships and mentoring talent in a dynamic consulting en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data solutions using Databricks. Collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges, mentor teams, and drive impactful project outcomes while fostering stron...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Lead transformative data solutions by partnering with clients to tackle complex challenges using Databricks. Foster relationships, mentor teams, and deliver impactful results while driving innovation...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $232K *

Transform client data strategies by architecting innovative solutions with Databricks. Lead project teams, foster client relationships, and mentor talent while delivering impactful data engineering so...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $232K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data solutions, leveraging Databricks to tackle complex business challenges. Build strong client relationships while mentoring teams and driving project succes...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive modernization initiatives for cloud-native data architecture, ensuring scalability and reliability for enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to assess legacy systems and develop effective s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a cloud-native architecture. Assess legacy infrastructure, create detailed design documents, and collaborate with engineering to modernize critical data...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $217K *

Engage with clients to design and deliver innovative data solutions using Databricks. Lead project teams, foster relationships, and mentor staff while driving impactful data strategies that align with...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Champion innovative data solutions by leading client engagements, mentoring teams, and leveraging Databricks technologies to drive impactful business outcomes and foster strong client relationships in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $132K *

Join a team that's enhancing our Kubernetes infrastructure across on-prem and AWS environments. This hands-on role offers significant ownership in ensuring platform reliability and scalability while c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.