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.
Lead Consultant - Network Security
$125K - $150K *
Drive secure network segmentation by designing and managing compliant architectures. Leverage advanced security tools to ensure policy-driven connectivity across global environments while leading oper...
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Sr. Program Analyst - Transformation
$125K - $160K *
Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and transformation by translating business needs into actionable requirements, managing delivery workflows, and enhancing the Revenue Intelligence por...
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Senior Manager, Database Platform
$242K - $275K *
Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $152K *
Advance your career by leading mainframe capacity planning initiatives, optimizing performance, and driving automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor ju...
5 days ago
Presales Solutions Architect - Enterprise Networking
$180K - $250K *
Lead presales engagements and internal practice development in enterprise networking. Design target-state architectures, deliver demos, and build collateral while driving revenue growth and fostering...
2 weeks ago
Lead Solutions Engineer, Strategic
$140K - $170K *
Shape the future of healthcare technology by leveraging your expertise to drive sales success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, engage customers, and enhance prod...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative solutions by partnering with customers and teams to transform AI and HPC requirements into reliable deployments, driving success through technical depth and collaboration across fun...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Advance our network architecture by designing resilient, scalable solutions across core networks and VPN services. Lead automation and AI initiatives to enhance performance, reliability, and operation...
4 days ago
SAP Senior Solution Architect, Manufacturing
$150K - $232K *
Lead transformative SAP solutions in manufacturing, optimizing processes and driving innovation. Collaborate with teams to deliver value-driven results, leveraging deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA and bu...
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Cleared DevOps Lead Engineer Hybrid
$149K - $218K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of government tech solutions. Lead and innovate within a dedicated engineering team, delivering high-quality software in a dynamic environment while collaborating...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Tackle complex challenges as a Solution Architect II, leading architectural solutions that drive business value. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to innovate and evolve technology practic...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Architect (Salesforce) Remote From Anywhere In Colorado
$134K - $149K *
Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance Salesforce solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence across state systems while driving innovation and technical governance for p...
4 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive technical solutions and support enterprise Proof of Concepts, collaborating with sales teams and channel partners to address complex customer needs and showcase the innovative potential of datab...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Enterprise Core Implementation Consultant
$88K - $134K *
Drive customer success by managing deployment of IoT solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth onboarding, enhance product adoption, and foster long-term client...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Site Civil, Structural & Architectural Lead (CSLA)
$120K - $145K *
Champion the delivery of civil works and architectural projects, overseeing contractors and ensuring high-quality execution from site prep to completion. Leverage your expertise to manage complex site...
Today
Principal Solutions Consultant
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise AI initiatives by leading technical pursuits, architecting scalable solutions, and driving impactful client engagements. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful delivery and...
5 days ago
Lead Technical Solutions Architect (Remote)
$150K - $180K *
Lead architectural strategy and governance across multiple product teams, ensuring alignment of technology investments with business objectives while fostering a culture of innovation and technical ex...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Solutions Executive II - Security
$160K - $192K *
Accelerate revenue growth by driving security services sales, managing the full sales lifecycle, and building strategic relationships with clients and partners to enhance market presence and deliver i...
1 week ago
ATC Deployment Enablement Manager
$132K - $208K *
Lead the charge in transforming data center network designs into seamless execution. Drive end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects, ensuring timely and efficient deployment across multiple site...
5 days ago
$75K - $158K *
Manage and optimize Tableau Server environments, ensuring secure data access and performance. Collaborate with teams to support integrations, troubleshoot issues, and enforce governance standards whil...
Reposted 1 week ago
Solution Architect - (Healthcare/Life Sciences or Financial Services)
$115K - $165K *
Empower enterprises by leading sophisticated customer engagements, driving strategic visions through collaboration and expert solutions. Be the trusted advisor who transforms challenges into innovativ...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $135K *
Explore a pivotal role in our legal team, providing contract expertise and support for U.S. sales. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate agreements, ensure compliance, and mitigate risk...
4 days ago
ServiceNow Technical Consultant
$100K - $170K *
Optimize customer onboarding and system integrations as a ServiceNow Technical Consultant. Drive end-to-end implementations, ensuring smooth configurations, effective UAT, and high-quality service del...
3 weeks ago
Senior Strategic Implementation Consultant
$109K - $165K *
Build strong relationships at a leading IoT company, guiding enterprise customers through deployment and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving customer success...
Reposted 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.