Explore Solutions Architect Jobs

Find your next opportunity among vetted Solutions Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Solutions Architects connect business goals with technology, designing systems that help organizations solve complex challenges, modernize infrastructure, and deliver reliable products and services.

What Does a Solutions Architect Do?

Solutions Architects assess business and technical requirements, then shape end-to-end solutions that meet them. They may develop architecture diagrams, evaluate platforms and vendors, guide cloud adoption, and collaborate with engineering, security, product, and client-facing teams. Depending on the organization, the role can focus on enterprise systems, cloud platforms, software products, or customer implementations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for experience in system design, cloud services, integration patterns, and software development practices. Strong communication is essential: architects must explain trade-offs, document decisions, and align technical teams with business stakeholders. Relevant certifications and expertise with platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud may be beneficial, depending on the job.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Solutions Architect roles are available across technology, finance, healthcare, consulting, and other industries. Seniority, specialization, location, and the scope of responsibility influence compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore roles aligned with experienced candidates’ career goals.

Find Your Next Solutions Architect Role

Browse Solutions Architect openings on Ladders to compare responsibilities, required experience, and work arrangements. Use listings to identify roles that match your technical strengths and preferred industries, and take the next step toward a high-impact architecture career.

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$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise integration strategies into actionable architectures, ensuring secure, scalable connectivity across applications and data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to est...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $409K *

Drive the development of a global SME organization, leading regional teams to enhance technical selling and product direction. Transform ambiguity into structure while mentoring leaders and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $257K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in Cyber Resilience, driving innovative solutions and enabling sales teams to excel. Collaborate cross-functionally to align strategies and empower partners, ensuring...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $146K *

Unlock your potential by leading the architecture and governance of Microsoft 365 collaboration solutions. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance while deli...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Transform security architecture by defining standards, leading reviews, and managing risks. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure, efficient integration of applications and AI, while maintaining cle...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation as you design complex electrical systems, lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing advanced BI...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Legal Solutions Architect, bridging legal expertise and product strategy. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to enhance legal workflows, drive product development, and empower legal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $190K *

Elevate your career as a Workday Architect, driving technical design and strategy for a robust Workday ecosystem. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable solutions whil...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $207K *

Champion innovative cloud solutions by leveraging your technical expertise to guide customers in designing and implementing robust architectures. Collaborate with teams to drive success in AWS project...

Delaware, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $190K *

Engineer the AI context platform by designing end-to-end architecture, ensuring data governance, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative AI data products that enhance operatio...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $126K *

Champion innovative workforce management solutions by designing, implementing, and optimizing UKG Pro systems. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance employee experience and drive business performance...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$184K - $356K *

Drive technical engagement with telecom accounts, connecting customer workloads to NVIDIA's ecosystem. Serve as a trusted advisor, co-design scalable architectures, and lead technical enablement to en...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $170K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable Salesforce solutions, driving platform strategy, and ensuring high-quality integrations across KIPP's national ecosystem. Collaborate with stakeholders to deli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Drive transformative Salesforce solutions in higher education as a trusted advisor. Lead architecture design, align technology with institutional goals, and ensure successful delivery of Education Clo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise AI initiatives by leading technical pursuits, architecting scalable solutions, and driving impactful client engagements. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful delivery and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $260K *

Unlock potential by architecting scalable customer communication platforms. Drive modernization across enterprise architecture, integrating marketing technologies and data flows to enhance customer en...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise database architecture and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to drive innovation and establish best practices in modern data...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead consultative engagements to showcase solutions, driving product evaluations and technical demonstrations for financial services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet client nee...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge enterprise data architectures that enable scalable, secure, and AI-ready solutions, while collaborating with technical teams to deliver impactful client engag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to define and implement enterprise architecture frameworks that align technology solutions with strategic IT objectives, ensuring security, scalability, and operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead cloud architecture and platform engineering, balancing strategic vision with hands-on technical execution. Drive team growth, ensure compliance, and enhance infrastructure for secure healthcare s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $155K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Delivery Architect, leading technical direction for implementations, guiding teams, and enhancing processes to ensure high-quality outcomes in Salesforce environments...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $200K *

Engage with enterprise customers to address complex security and risk challenges. Serve as a trusted advisor, leading solution design and product demonstrations while collaborating with cross-function...

Los Angeles, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Solutions Architect do?question toggle

    A Solutions Architect designs technology solutions that address business needs. The role often includes evaluating requirements, selecting platforms, defining system integrations, documenting architecture, and coordinating with engineering and business teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Solutions Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek experience with system design, cloud platforms, software development, integration, and technical communication. Some roles prefer certifications or specialized industry knowledge.

  • Which cloud platforms are useful for Solutions Architects?question toggle

    AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are commonly requested. The most relevant platform depends on the employer’s technology environment and the role’s focus.

  • How much do Solutions Architects earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, specialization, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Solutions Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Solutions Architect listings on Ladders to find vetted opportunities with compensation of at least $100,000 and compare roles by responsibilities and qualifications.