Cloud Solutions Architects design the technology foundations that help organizations modernize, scale, and innovate. They translate business needs into secure, reliable cloud architectures, guide implementation, and help teams make effective use of cloud platforms. Browse vetted Cloud Solutions Architect opportunities on Ladders, including roles that pay $100,000 or more.
These professionals assess technical requirements and create cloud designs that balance performance, security, resilience, and cost. Their work may include selecting services and deployment models, planning migrations, setting architecture standards, and collaborating with engineering, security, operations, and business stakeholders. Depending on the role, they may focus on public, private, or hybrid cloud environments.
Employers often seek experience with platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, along with knowledge of networking, identity and access management, infrastructure as code, containers, and distributed systems. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills are also important, since architects must explain trade-offs and align technical plans with business goals. Cloud certifications can be useful, though requirements vary by employer.
Cloud Solutions Architects work across industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Job titles and responsibilities may vary, with opportunities ranging from hands-on architecture roles to enterprise and customer-facing positions. Compensation depends on experience, location, industry, and scope; Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Use Ladders to explore Cloud Solutions Architect openings that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for platform requirements, organizational scope, work arrangements, and compensation details, then apply to roles that fit your strengths in cloud design and delivery.
$149K - $256K *
Lead the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to develop tailored solutions. Drive technical discovery, architecture design, and customer engagement to e...
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Senior Principal Architect - Enterprise Solutions Architecture
$183K - $255K *
Lead the charge in defining enterprise architecture strategies that drive modernization and transformation across technology domains, engaging stakeholders and mentoring teams to achieve excellence in...
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Senior Cloud Architect, RAAS | Automation Services
$157K - $262K *
Lead the charge in transforming cloud environments by architecting secure, scalable solutions across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud. Collaborate with clients to navigate complex cybersecurity and compli...
3 days ago
$92K - $153K *
Drive the design and implementation of security controls in AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security frameworks while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance secure CI/CD proc...
6 days ago
Senior Architect - Data Platforms & Architecture
$136K - $204K *
Lead the charge in designing robust Azure architectures across large-scale programs. Influence and guide technical strategies to connect client objectives with impactful, scalable solutions while fost...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing cloud strategies and governance frameworks for the Judiciary. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cloud adoption and ensure effective decision-making through compreh...
3 weeks ago
Cloud Solutions Architect (AI)
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's pioneering AI solutions in cloud architectures. You'll design secure, scalable infrastructures within AWS/Azure, optimize performance, and drive innovations in SecDevOps for vital g...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$146K - $231K *
Transform the Rivermine platform through expert architecture, design, and integration. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize solutions, troubleshoot issues, and enhance usability, ensuring scalabl...
Today
$135K - $150K *
Join a team that's engineering innovative cloud solutions, ensuring stability and performance while driving continuous improvement across scalable environments. Your expertise will shape the future of...
1 week ago
$180K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading the transition of a GCP platform to AWS, ensuring compliance with federal security standards. Leverage your AWS expertise to design secure, scalable solutions while mentori...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $120K *
Tackle cloud engineering challenges by designing, building, and securing cloud infrastructure for U.S. Government clients. Collaborate with a senior team to deliver compliant solutions across AWS and...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovation in cloud engineering by designing and securing robust infrastructures across AWS and OCI. Collaborate with a senior team to deliver scalable data solutions while ensuring compliance w...
Today
Cloud Programs Analyst SME - Technical Background
$95K - $115K *
Unlock the potential of IT modernization by crafting compelling executive briefings. Collaborate with technical teams to translate cloud infrastructure insights into clear narratives for government le...
Reposted 1 week ago
$149K - $256K *
Shape the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales leadership to drive innovative solutions. Lead technical discovery and architecture workshops, ensuring alignmen...
5 days ago
Public Cloud Solutions Architect
$143K - $273K *
Join a team that's shaping industry-leading cloud strategies as a trusted advisor. You'll lead public cloud architecture solutions, ensuring seamless delivery through collaboration, innovation, and a...
Reposted today
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...
3 weeks ago
Principal Consulting AWS Architect
$156K - $240K *
Innovate solutions at the intersection of cloud technology and engineering. Lead AWS projects, mentor teams, and drive best practices while ensuring delivery excellence across multiple client engageme...
2 weeks ago
Lead Cloud Solution Architect- AI & Data (AWS)
$140K - $175K *
Drive the development of innovative AI and data solutions, enhancing enterprise data platforms while ensuring scalable, quality delivery. Collaborate with teams to define technical architecture, shapi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$124K - $187K *
Champion innovative solutions in AWS GenAI, architecting robust data pipelines and RAG systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects, ensuring security and governanc...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $191K *
Lead the charge in designing scalable cloud solutions that meet diverse healthcare needs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and driving technology initiatives across multiple platforms t...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure development solutions for enterprise customers, enhancing CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices while fostering strong technical relationships th...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving cloud innovation by designing and maintaining secure, scalable environments for enterprise applications, integrating AI capabilities, and ensuring compliance with federal cy...
2 days ago
Senior Consultant - Data Platforms & Architecture
$103K - $154K *
Unlock advanced data solutions by leveraging Microsoft Azure and Power BI. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality analytics and reporting, while enhancing business intelligence capabilities th...
1 week ago
$160K - $185K *
Lead the charge in designing Azure platforms for healthcare data products, ensuring resilience, security, and cost management while mentoring engineers and shaping architectural standards in a fully r...
4 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Help us design and deliver innovative data and AI solutions that transform complex data into actionable insights, supporting critical decisions across various sectors while leading technical standards...
3 weeks ago
What does a Cloud Solutions Architect do?
A Cloud Solutions Architect designs cloud environments that meet an organization’s technical and business needs. Responsibilities often include choosing cloud services, planning migrations, setting security and reliability standards, and advising teams on implementation.
What skills are commonly required for Cloud Solutions Architect jobs?
Common skills include experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; cloud networking; security and identity management; infrastructure as code; containers; and system design. Communication and the ability to explain architectural trade-offs are also valuable.
Do Cloud Solutions Architects need certifications?
Certification requirements vary by employer. Credentials from AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud may help demonstrate platform knowledge, while hands-on experience and relevant architecture expertise are often important qualifications.
How much do Cloud Solutions Architect jobs pay?
Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, platform expertise, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
Where can Cloud Solutions Architects find jobs?
Cloud Solutions Architects can find opportunities across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other industries. Ladders lists vetted professional openings, including roles focused on cloud architecture and solutions design.