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.
$147K - $190K *
Lead the charge in defining and guiding enterprise architecture across product systems and business applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable designs...
2 weeks ago
Data Architect - Healthcare Insights, Revenue Cycle
$140K - $190K *
Engineer the AI context platform by designing end-to-end architecture, ensuring data governance, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative AI data products that enhance operatio...
3 weeks ago
Sr Security Solution Architect - Splunk (Remote)
$266K - $342K *
Join a team that's driving security transformation by bridging customer challenges with innovative solutions. As a Senior Security Solutions Architect, you'll engage with senior leaders to shape secur...
2 days ago
Senior Solutions Architect, AI and HPC Infrastructure
$184K - $356K *
Transform the energy sector by architecting AI infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with customers to optimize accelerated computing platforms, driving innovation in AI workloads from data centers to...
6 days ago
Senior Solutions Architect Operations Manager
$115K - $194K *
Empower our Solutions Architects by enhancing operational tools and workflows. Drive efficiency and effectiveness in customer engagement processes, ensuring data quality and reporting standards are me...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team as you shape the Salesforce ecosystem, driving scalable solutions across multiple clouds. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges, enhance efficiency, and deliver high...
3 weeks ago
Senior Client Solution Architect - Georgia (Remote)
$250K - $275K *
Lead multi-domain technical strategies and solutions, guiding clients to align technology with business goals. Mentor teams while owning solution architecture through the entire lifecycle, ensuring co...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $202K *
Drive customer success by serving as a technical expert, guiding implementations and optimizing strategies for Harness AppSec solutions. Collaborate with clients to ensure they achieve maximum value a...
1 week ago
$105K - $231K *
Empower innovation in cloud infrastructure as you lead the design and operation of Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM environments, ensuring secure, reliable performance across federal agencies while driving aut...
Reposted 1 week ago
Enterprise Architect - Oracle CX, ERP, HCM & SCM
$135K - $160K *
Lead enterprise architecture strategy across Oracle CX, ERP, HCM, and SCM Cloud. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with business capabilities and technolo...
6 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (Technical Architect)
$170K - $210K *
Empower Federal agencies by architecting and delivering AI-assisted software solutions. Responsible for client engagement, technology integration, and ensuring that production-ready solutions meet ope...
1 month ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining enterprise asset management by architecting innovative solutions on the IBM Maximo platform. Leverage your expertise to enhance facility maintenance operations and drive...
3 weeks ago
$142K - $236K *
Drive innovation in cybersecurity by leading technical initiatives for MSSP partners and AI security solutions. Leverage your expertise to design, scale, and secure managed services while mentoring te...
3 weeks ago
Senior Solutions Architect, Telco
$184K - $356K *
Drive technical engagement with telecom accounts, connecting customer workloads to NVIDIA's ecosystem. Serve as a trusted advisor, co-design scalable architectures, and lead technical enablement to en...
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Principal Cloud Engineer - AI Platform
$175K - $250K *
Shape the cloud infrastructure for AI agents, ensuring secure, scalable solutions that enhance customer workflows. Lead architectural decisions, establish standards, and drive innovation in a dynamic...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Implementation Consultant
$88K - $134K *
Shape the future of customer success by leading the deployment of IoT solutions for enterprise clients. Your role will bridge sales and strategy, ensuring clients maximize the value of their technolog...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$160K - $170K *
Join a team that designs scalable and secure technology solutions by collaborating with various stakeholders. You'll lead architecture efforts for enterprise-level projects and shape our Enterprise Ar...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect - Pre-Sales (FedD154)
$120K - $145K *
Empower our defense solutions by acting as a trusted technical advisor, engaging with customers to understand their needs, and delivering compelling product demonstrations that showcase our technology...
2 weeks ago
Director, Cloud Infrastructure
$180K - $220K *
Empower our cloud infrastructure by reimagining deployment processes, enhancing security, and driving AI-first development. Collaborate across teams to build robust systems that support our venues and...
5 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead transformative initiatives by designing and optimizing open source solutions, leveraging your expertise in Kubernetes and AI to drive customer success and innovation in cloud infrastructure...
6 days ago
Solutions Integration Engineer IV
$105K - $160K *
Take ownership of B2B integrations as a key technical leader, collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions that drive customer success and evolve with innovative IoT technology. Expect a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$140K - $165K *
Join a team that's redefining security architecture by enhancing existing systems, developing new functionalities, and ensuring robust protection across cloud infrastructures. Collaborate with enginee...
3 weeks ago
Data Solutions Architect - Remote
$160K - $213K *
Innovate data architecture strategies and AI solutions, establishing scalable standards across platforms. Collaborate with leaders to define architecture roadmaps that ensure secure, governed, and eff...
1 week ago
$150K - $210K *
Engage with customers to design tailored solutions utilizing Zoo's APIs, driving adoption and ensuring successful integration, while supporting sales with technical expertise and customer demonstratio...
Reposted 1 week ago
AI Infrastructure DC Design Engineer IV
$114K - $180K *
Transform infrastructure design by leading complex data center initiatives, driving technical standards, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and innovat...
2 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.