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.
Principal Software Development Engineer
$225K - $338K *
Transform the future of AI security by leading the development of high-performance, low-latency applications in a multi-tenant B2B SaaS environment, while mentoring junior developers and driving innov...
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Principal Software Development Engineer
$225K - $338K *
Transform cloud infrastructure for a cutting-edge AI security platform. Architect scalable solutions, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability while leveraging serverless technologies a...
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Principal Software Development Engineer
$206K - $310K *
Join us to lead the development of high-performance, low-latency applications in a multi-tenant B2B SaaS environment, enhancing security and efficiency through innovative AI tools and collaborative ar...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead and guide project teams in implementing GRC and cybersecurity programs, ensuring the effectiveness of IT controls and compliance frameworks while mentoring junior staff and managing client relati...
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$120K - $160K *
Champion advanced IT infrastructure solutions by providing Tier 3 engineering and support. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft technologies to resolve complex issues, enhance system performance, and...
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$160K - $210K *
Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving technical risk analysis and supporting mission-critical systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable...
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$110K - $130K *
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Information Systems Security Engineer - TS/SCI
$88K - $154K *
Drive security excellence by managing vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and maintaining system integrity. Collaborate with teams to remediate findings and uphold NIST standards in a hands-on techn...
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$122K - $211K *
Join a dynamic team as a DevOps Engineer, enhancing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with developers and cybersecurity experts to ensure reliable software delivery and operational...
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Staff Full Stack Software Engineer
$150K - $175K *
Join us to develop scalable full-stack applications using React, TypeScript, and Java. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and contribute to best practices in a cloud-native microservi...
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Technical Solutions Consultant - Americas
$100K - $120K *
Inspire customer success by bridging technical expertise with client-facing roles. Guide complex product implementations and integrations, ensuring high-quality support and solutions tailored to diver...
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Senior Windows Engineer - Managed Services
$106K - $150K *
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Senior Software Engineer, Observability
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3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
The Solutions Consultant at Singular is responsible for managing sales opportunities and demonstrating the Singular platform to potential clients. This role requires strong communication skills and a...
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Senior Sales Engineer - Majors (Central)
$149K - $198K *
Engage with customers to bridge technical solutions and business goals, leading evaluations and demos. Play a key role in driving adoption and expanding accounts while collaborating cross-functionally...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Tackle complex optimization challenges by developing scalable decision systems in supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical models, ensuring alignment with...
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$100K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...
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Member of Technical Staff, Cloud & Infrastructure Security
$150K - $180K *
Empower security innovation by designing robust cloud and infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security posture, ensuring safe multi-cloud operations and compliance while driv...
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$145K - $170K *
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$80K - $89K *
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Infrastructure Solutions Engineer Senior Consultant II
$90K - $153K *
Empower engineering teams by driving enterprise-scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives. Design and build reusable automation solutions, establish standards, and collaborate across teams to tra...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
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$101K - $157K *
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2 weeks ago
Manager, Software Engineering - Engineering Tools
$120K - $148K *
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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.