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.
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to architect scalable data platforms on Microsoft Azure, bridging core insurance systems with analytics. Drive data governance, cloud migrations, and collaborate with cross-functio...
2 weeks ago
Cloud Operations, Senior Specialist
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's redefining cloud operations by leveraging AWS expertise to enhance reliability, automation, and security. Drive engineering excellence across multi-account environments while collab...
Today
Staff / Principal Software Engineer
$160K - $190K *
Shape the future of cloud applications by leading high-impact engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design innovative solutions that enhance product performance and deliv...
Reposted 1 week ago
Solution Architect (Senior AI / Technical Lead)
$125K - $150K *
Elevate the architectural landscape by shaping engagements and governing architecture across pods, ensuring technical excellence and profitability while mentoring teams and influencing AI solutions in...
3 weeks ago
$149K - $189K *
Transform enterprise data and AI solutions by leading architecture and modernization initiatives that align with client strategies, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms tailored to...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of data architecture by defining and implementing a comprehensive strategy focused on AI, ensuring scalable, secure, and compliant data systems that align with business needs and driv...
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Senior AWS Security Architect - Threat Modeling
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's enhancing cloud security by assessing complex systems, translating risks into actionable controls, and developing reusable security patterns for AWS environments and CI/CD pipelines...
5 days ago
Senior AWS Security Architect - Threat Modeling
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in enhancing cloud security by assessing complex systems, implementing threat modeling, and establishing robust security controls across AWS environments and CI/CD pipelines...
5 days ago
Sr Solutions Architect, ISV, AGS ISV
$176K - $239K *
Empower organizations by designing innovative, resilient cloud solutions while collaborating with sales and technical teams to maximize AWS adoption and accelerate customer success through cloud strat...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Cloud Solution Architect (Remote)
$135K - $160K *
Join our team as a Cloud Architect to design and implement secure AWS microservices, leverage hybrid cloud solutions, and advance AI integrations, all while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance...
Reposted 5 days ago
Cloud Solution Architect (Remote)
$135K - $160K *
Innovate and implement secure, scalable AWS and multi-cloud architectures. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance enterprise application modernization, optimize cloud resources, and integrate AI so...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Solution Architect, Agentic AI (Azure & Power Platform) REMOTE
$160K - $200K *
Shape enterprise-grade intelligent AI solutions by designing innovative architectures. Drive technology integration and optimize workflows across pro-code and low-code platforms, translating complex r...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Solution Architect, Agentic AI (Azure & Power Platform) REMOTE
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge enterprise AI solutions. You'll lead teams in creating intelligent agent systems on Azure and Microsoft platforms, transforming complex business needs int...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $127K *
The Technical Architect II at WalkMe is responsible for advising and establishing the infrastructure deployment, integration, and solution delivery for customers in complex technical environments. Thi...
Reposted 1 week ago
$145K - $175K *
Join us to design and optimize scalable AI infrastructure solutions, translating customer needs into integrated architectures while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance performance and operatio...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by leading transformative projects, driving innovation, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while optimizing resources and e...
Today
Cloud Identity and Security Engineer
$90K - $150K *
Engineer robust cloud identity solutions, automating access governance across hybrid environments. Manage AAA controls, integrate SSO, and enforce security policies using Terraform to enhance organiza...
1 week ago
Software engineer, cloud infrastructure
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's building and operating reliable cloud infrastructure to enhance product delivery, focusing on security, cost efficiency, and developer experience while collaborating with engineers...
1 week ago
Cloud Operations Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
$110K - $130K *
Join our dynamic team to support and enhance multi-cloud operations, focusing on Azure and GCP. Drive automation, manage infrastructure, and ensure reliability while collaborating with engineering tea...
1 week ago
Cloud Operations Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you support multi-cloud operations, focusing on Azure and GCP. Drive automation, manage infrastructure, and enhance AI/ML services while collaborating with cross-functional team...
1 week ago
Solutions Architect, Commercial Midmarket
$131K - $177K *
Transform your career by collaborating with diverse teams to drive customer success on the AWS platform. Leverage your technical expertise to influence architectural choices and deliver innovative sol...
1 week ago
Solutions Architect, Commercial Midmarket
$151K - $204K *
Champion innovative solutions by collaborating with SMB customers to architect and implement AWS technologies, ensuring their success through strategic engagements and technical guidance across divers...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Elevate cloud operations by managing AWS environments, leading a skilled team to ensure high availability, security, and efficiency while supporting automation and migrations for critical enterprise s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$105K - $155K *
Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-level solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to align technical architecture with business goals while ensuring security and performance standards...
1 week ago
$220K *
Join a team that's redefining data architecture by designing and implementing robust data infrastructures. Drive innovation in data governance, provenance, and optimization while collaborating with cr...
1 week ago
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.