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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$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by developing and integrating cloud-native applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions, ensuring scalability and high availability in dynamic cloud environme...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $179K *

Optimize hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure by leading engineering teams, ensuring secure, resilient platforms that meet compliance standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud technologies by providing expert guidance in hybrid computing solutions for mission-critical government programs. Contribute to national security through...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $260K *

Transform critical national security initiatives by leveraging your cloud computing expertise to deliver innovative solutions and drive the success of high-profile government programs, while actively...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $266K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sales engagements and developing innovative solutions in a dynamic cross-functional environment, enhancing revenue and customer relationships across the global ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $161K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by designing and implementing robust service delivery models. Leverage your expertise in cloud architecture and DevSecOps to drive automation, optimize co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Accelerate cloud innovation by designing, implementing, and managing multi-cloud environments. Collaborate on automation, security, and network solutions to enhance infrastructure and support diverse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative cloud solutions for U.S. Defense organizations. Collaborate with technical teams to shape strategies, define architectures, and ensure successful project imple...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join us to enhance our cloud data environment by implementing AWS solutions, managing Snowflake databases, and optimizing data integration processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing cloud security engineering, optimizing hybrid-cloud solutions, and enhancing secure architectures. Drive technical recommendations and improvements while collaborating wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $143K *

Architect scalable cloud-native solutions on AWS, driving digital transformation and modernization of legacy applications while providing technical leadership and governance across enterprise architec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $185K *

Unlock innovative AI-driven solutions by leading cloud architecture discussions and enhancing digital strategies for clients in hybrid environments, ensuring optimal deployment and performance in a ra...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven cloud solutions, focusing on architectural excellence and customer transformation across diverse environments. Collaborate with clients to design and implement...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $185K *

Drive AI innovation by architecting scalable solutions in cloud environments. Leverage expertise in data management and analytics to transform customer needs into impactful designs for enhanced perfor...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$144K - $245K *

Join a team that's providing senior technical leadership in enterprise architecture and product delivery. Drive innovation in cloud integration, automation, and modernization while collaborating with...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading complex enterprise technical sales, architecting tailored solutions, and driving proofs-of-concept. Collaborate with executives to enhance security and compliance while sha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation by designing and deploying secure, scalable cloud and AI solutions. Lead modernization efforts and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and drive digital...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing secure, scalable AWS solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in clou...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate and manage scalable AWS cloud infrastructure, focusing on IaC, CI/CD, and security. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance, compliance, and cost while ensuring robust monitoring and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide enterprise-scale technical solutions in data protection, cloud security, and hybrid infrastructures. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to drive innovative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing secure AWS architectures for complex defense environments, ensuring compliance with DoD standards while leading innovative cloud solutions and identity m...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $175K *

Champion innovative data protection solutions by collaborating with clients and teams to enhance security architectures and drive successful outcomes across enterprise environments. Leverage your expe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data protection solutions, collaborating with enterprise clients to enhance security architectures and drive successful outcomes. Engage with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $247K *

Elevate customer success by leading the adoption of advanced data solutions. Collaborate with teams to design architectures, implement projects, and provide technical guidance, ensuring strategic valu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise digital experiences by leading AEM Cloud migrations, designing scalable architectures, and enhancing content delivery capabilities through innovative solutions and c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.