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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$153K - $207K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable cloud solutions, collaborating with customers to address complex challenges and drive AWS adoption, while ensuring secure and cost-optimized architectures that me...

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

$114K - $158K *

Champion product profitability by leading a dynamic team to develop and execute strategic marketing plans, enhance partner relationships, and drive revenue growth across assigned product categories...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in vital cloud operations for AWS GovCloud environments, ensuring reliable performance through server admin, incident resolution, and security compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance op...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Deliver innovative data architecture solutions using Azure and Databricks, ensuring high performance and scalability. Collaborate with stakeholders to create reliable data ecosystems while implementin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $147K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, automating workflows, and enhancing security. Collaborate with teams to modernize systems and ensure compliance while optimizing perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $203K *

Join a team that's redefining identity management by leading the design and strategy for IAM solutions. Collaborate across departments to create streamlined identity architectures that enhance securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of cloud security by ensuring robust protection and compliance for critical systems. Collaborate with teams to architect secure solutions, optimize costs, and enhance monitoring capab...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing innovative data solutions that drive investment insights and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable, secure data flows...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $140K *

Advance cloud security practices by enhancing standards and controls for Azure and AWS environments. Collaborate with teams to implement risk-based solutions, support application security, and contrib...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $301K *

Champion innovative solutions by providing technical support and training to partners and customers. Collaborate on solution design and troubleshooting, ensuring seamless product usage and fostering l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $317K *

Innovate your career by providing technical support and training to partners and customers. Collaborate on solution design and troubleshooting while shaping the future of content production with cutti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us implement and automate Azure environments, enhancing cloud infrastructure through DevOps practices. Collaborate on complex designs, manage deployments, and ensure security while optimizing res...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Explore opportunities to enhance AWS cloud systems as a key team member, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate in a dynamic Agile environment to solve complex challenges and innovate al...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $304K *

Lead the charge in shaping next-gen cloud infrastructure by architecting and designing robust systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to innovate and optimize our IaaS and Kubernetes-based service...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $206K *

Unlock your potential as a Cloud Lead, driving innovative AWS solutions. Design, implement, and manage cloud architectures that enhance business efficiency while ensuring security and compliance in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the design and deployment of a secure, scalable AWS-hosted AI assistant, integrating with enterprise knowledge sources and Databricks, while ensuring robust architecture and compliance with nonfu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $182K *

Empower workforce transformation by architecting AI-driven enablement initiatives. Design innovative learning solutions and facilitate interactive labs to enhance productivity and foster responsible A...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $182K *

Champion AI-driven enablement initiatives, designing innovative learning solutions and fostering collaboration to enhance workforce productivity and responsible AI adoption across the organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading the development of innovative AI prototypes. Collaborate in a dynamic environment focused on spirituality, where your creativity and problem-solving skills will drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.