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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$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and implementation of complex Salesforce solutions in a multi-org federal environment. Drive modernization efforts and ensure compliance while providing technical leadership and mentor...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading AI-driven software delivery transformations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, design innovative solutions, and enhance product lifecycle...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving customer success and technical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and ensure maximum va...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $195K *

Innovate and lead the design of identity management solutions, ensuring security and integration across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and manage critical issues in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Elevate customer solutions by providing architectural expertise and innovative strategies. Collaborate with account teams and partners to deliver high-value technical consulting and drive competitive...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovative payment solutions by designing scalable architectures for digital and traditional platforms. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, security, and performance while integrating...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$219K - $250K *

Reimagine your career as you lead technical sales processes, driving enterprise adoption of innovative AI solutions. Shape customer experiences and influence product development while collaborating wi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $232K *

Transform enterprise cloud strategies by leading large-scale migrations to Azure and AWS. Collaborate with global teams to establish architecture standards, ensure security, and drive innovative solut...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Architect innovative solutions for enterprise planning, driving strategy and implementation of Workday Adaptive Planning. Collaborate with finance and HR to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporti...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading infrastructure architecture initiatives, collaborating with executives, and driving technical engagements in a dynamic environment focused on modern technologies and clo...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $191K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable cloud solutions that meet diverse healthcare needs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and driving technology initiatives across multiple platforms t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable, cloud-based SaaS solutions for Higher Education. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate institutional needs into actionable solutions, ensuring ali...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise monitoring solutions by administering Dynatrace, enhancing application performance, and ensuring operational observability across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to im...

Columbus, OHRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$172K - $210K *

Architect and lead customer-focused application development initiatives, translating business needs into robust software solutions. Leverage modern technologies and AI tools to ensure high-quality, se...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise agent solutions with Microsoft technologies. Collaborate on agent governance, lifecycle management, and secure operations, while translating designs into product...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $165K *

Transform the future of IoT connectivity by leading chipset and module enablement, guiding developers through the NB-IoT NTN journey, and optimizing solutions for real-world applications seamlessly...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$144K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise data solutions by designing and implementing high-performance data architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data processes and driv...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise database architecture and operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high-performance, secure, and reliable database environments, primarily focusin...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative solutions that align technology with business strategy. Own end-to-end solution architecture while mentoring teams and collaborating with stakeholders for imp...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Champion AI innovation by engaging with clients to identify and prototype high-value use cases. Blend technical expertise with advisory skills to drive AI solutions, enhancing productivity and transfo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career with senior-level expertise in data architecture and warehousing. Drive data integration and management, ensuring effective solutions for Occupational Environmental Health practice...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $183K *

Lead the charge in optimizing G&A technology solutions, enhancing business processes through AI and automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency and compliance, ensuring scalable grow...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Engage with key stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions, providing pre-sales technical support and strategic technology plans that drive customer success and enhance business outcomes across dive...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.