Explore Cloud Solutions Architect Jobs

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.

What Does a Cloud Solutions Architect Do?

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

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.

Find Your Next Cloud Architecture Role

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.

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$197K - $260K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical discovery and designing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive adoption and expansion of the dbt platform...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $244K *

Shape the future of cloud architecture by leading diverse teams, driving Azure modernization, and connecting business objectives with innovative solutions. As a technical leader, you will foster inclu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by implementing and supporting AWS cloud solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with experts to optimize performance and ensure secure, scalable infrastructure for federal...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$199K - $285K *

Empower enterprise transformation by leading strategic initiatives and engaging with C-level executives. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive revenue and deliver impactful workshops that showcase i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion cloud security excellence by engineering robust solutions across AWS and GCP. Drive vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and compliance for federal clients while mentoring junior engi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by architecting innovative IT solutions that align with client goals. Collaborate with sales teams and engage directly with customers to deliver tailored strategies, ensuring successf...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading AI architecture solutions that empower clients through innovative design, hands-on implementation, and strategic guidance, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge tech...

Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud operations for the Judiciary, ensuring efficient performance and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and resolve incidents, while managing the C...

De Pere, WIRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Transform the delivery of VMware Cloud Foundation services by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and driving strategic growth in enterprise cloud solutions. Collaborate with stake...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $190K *

Shape innovative IT solutions by leading technical strategies for federal proposals. Collaborate with teams to design enterprise architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals while serving as...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $170K *

Design innovative AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, bridging business needs and engineering execution. Own the architecture, ensure security, and lead the build process while adapting to evolving proje...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Engage as a hands-on architect to design and implement AI solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and governance. Collaborate with teams to accelerate adoption and maintain best practi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Manage cloud infrastructure for high-availability ArcGIS Enterprise systems. Collaborate with federal clients, ensuring top performance across Windows, Linux, and Kubernetes while supporting a distrib...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...

Savannah, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementations, optimizing processes, and driving transformation initiatives within a collaborative ERP Center of Excellence...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering advanced data and AI solutions, focusing on scalable architectures and integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance enterprise client operations and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $175K *

Lead enterprise migrations to modern identity management solutions, guiding customers through complex integrations and ensuring successful deployments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by bridging technical expertise and strategic vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful architectures that drive customer success and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Champion transformative solutions by leading Salesforce implementations and optimizing client engagements. Leverage your expertise to deliver impactful results while driving project success, enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a high-performing team in Client Operations, driving service quality and continuous improvement. Collaborate across functions to enhance client experience and operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $140K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing standards and implementing risk-based controls across Azure and AWS. Collaborate with teams to secure applications and support AI initiatives, ensuring robust gover...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $158K *

Manage and enhance AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic Agile environment to solve complex challenges and optimize sy...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of cloud management by leading a dynamic team in delivering VMware by Broadcom solutions. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and ensure high-quality service delivery for enter...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Solutions Architect do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.