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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$175K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Microsoft cloud projects, enhancing security, and driving O365 and Azure solutions for large U.S. Federal agencies. Collaborate on migrations, governance, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by architecting robust defenses, designing comprehensive security programs, and ensuring the integrity of high-stakes compute environments agains...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the security strategy for cutting-edge AI infrastructure, owning end-to-end security from design to implementation. Collaborate with teams to build robust defenses against evolving threats in a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, owning the entire security program from design to execution. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust defenses against evolving threats while arc...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the security landscape of AI by owning and architecting robust defenses for frontier compute environments, ensuring the integrity of critical assets while driving innovation across global in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$199K - $223K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture and AI solutions. Leverage your expertise in Databricks and collaborate across industries to drive innovative data strategies and enhance cli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $244K *

Transform data architecture and AI strategies by leveraging Databricks expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize data pipelines, enhance governance, and drive innovation across industries...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $189K *

Manage the design, construction, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure for a federal HCM modernization initiative, ensuring secure, reliable environments and automating deployment processes across m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $217K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative data solutions with Databricks. Collaborate with clients to tackle complex challenges, mentor teams, and drive impactful results while fostering strong relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading a team of architects to deliver impactful analytics and engineering projects, fostering client relationships and mentoring talent in a dynamic consulting en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data solutions using Databricks. Collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges, mentor teams, and drive impactful project outcomes while fostering stron...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Lead transformative data solutions by partnering with clients to tackle complex challenges using Databricks. Foster relationships, mentor teams, and deliver impactful results while driving innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $232K *

Transform client data strategies by architecting innovative solutions with Databricks. Lead project teams, foster client relationships, and mentor talent while delivering impactful data engineering so...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $232K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data solutions, leveraging Databricks to tackle complex business challenges. Build strong client relationships while mentoring teams and driving project succes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Transform client infrastructure with your expertise in Cisco, Citrix, Azure, and NetApp. Lead strategic advisory services, design solutions, and optimize environments to drive business success while c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K - $217K *

Engage with clients to design and deliver innovative data solutions using Databricks. Lead project teams, foster relationships, and mentor staff while driving impactful data strategies that align with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $202K *

Shape the future of enterprise data management by designing and implementing scalable data solutions that integrate AI, identity management, and ERP systems, while ensuring governance and security acr...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $202K *

Elevate enterprise data management by designing and implementing scalable data solutions that integrate identity management, ERP, and AI systems, while ensuring governance and security across diverse...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a team to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across multi-cloud environments, while driving incident management and fostering collaboration with...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Explore a dynamic role where you'll build and maintain scalable Google Cloud solutions, enhancing infrastructure and automating deployments while ensuring security and compliance in a collaborative en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform digital landscapes by guiding our clients through major infrastructure shifts. As a Senior Solution Architect, you'll design cloud-integrated architectures, modernize legacy systems, and pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineer in Cloud Security, enhancing security controls across a modern platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust security measures, compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$94K - $178K *

Drive the technical direction of IT solutions by enhancing Quality Assurance processes, developing architecture standards, and assessing application improvements to ensure scalability and maintainabil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $185K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise data and AI architecture initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technology adoption and ensure alignment with business needs while in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer enterprise data architecture and analytics initiatives. Define strategies, develop scalable solutions, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance while driving innovation in...

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  •   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.