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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$112K - $179K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise security architectures to protect vital information systems. You'll design, govern, and implement security solutions across diverse environments, ensuring complia...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $192K *

Elevate cybersecurity solutions by driving revenue growth through strategic sales, managing the full sales lifecycle, and building strong relationships with clients and partners to enhance market pres...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion security excellence by designing and implementing robust security controls across hybrid environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance overall protection and response cap...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of IT modernization by crafting compelling executive briefings. Collaborate with technical teams to translate cloud infrastructure insights into clear narratives for government le...

Ashburn, VARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $240K *

Champion AI strategy and governance by leading advisory consulting services, guiding clients from interest to practical adoption. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver integrated solutions and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $205K *

Advance your career by leading technical sales for federal agencies. Utilize Cloudera technologies to create impactful data solutions, nurture customer relationships, and drive innovation in the publi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a high-growth infrastructure team to operate and scale Kubernetes platforms across multiple cloud providers, ensuring efficient GPU resource allocation and robust monitoring systems to support ma...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a high-growth infrastructure team managing Kubernetes platforms across multiple clouds. You'll enhance GPU resource efficiency and ensure system reliability while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic infrastructure team managing Kubernetes platforms across multiple clouds. You'll develop systems that safeguard GPU resources, ensuring optimal performance and...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$219K - $301K *

Join a dynamic team to drive data transformation for major enterprises. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and technical strategy to enhance product adoption and empower clients in the Retail and CP...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and transformation by translating business needs into actionable requirements, managing delivery workflows, and enhancing the Revenue Intelligence por...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Develop and implement MLOps strategy for enterprise-grade ML systems, driving model lifecycle management. Collaborate with teams to design scalable pipelines and ensure high reliability across ML solu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative Microsoft 365 solutions, optimizing collaboration and productivity. Lead SharePoint Online implementations, manage client projects, and drive automation with Power Platform to enha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive customer success by engaging in pre and post-sales technical support, showcasing innovative radar solutions, and fostering strong relationships. Collaborate with teams to enhance product offerin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and implementing innovative logistics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client operations and deliver value-drive...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$63K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to support lifecycle management for Military Sealift Command ships, focusing on long-term maintenance and operational planning while ensuring compliance with engineering standards...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...

Herndon, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

Lead strategic initiatives in enterprise voice and collaboration technologies, ensuring secure, scalable communication services. Drive modernization, manage vendor relationships, and oversee a multi-m...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $170K *

Optimize customer onboarding and system integrations as a ServiceNow Technical Consultant. Drive end-to-end implementations, ensuring smooth configurations, effective UAT, and high-quality service del...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive customer success and system reliability by leading a high-impact, agile engineering team focused on short-term initiatives that enhance product adoption and solve complex integration challenges...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Pioneer in leading a dynamic team of Solution Engineers, optimizing multi-discipline datacenter solutions across data protection, storage, compute, and networking. Drive collaboration to shape industr...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of Solution Consultants, delivering expert guidance on Atlassian products to help clients maximize their investments and achieve strategic outcomes in the Pu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in transforming tax compliance into operational confidence. Collaborate with senior Sales Engineers to engage enterprise clients, addressing complex challenges and delivering ta...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise solutions! Leverage your expertise in networking and security to drive technical sales, support customer adoption, and influence product development while coll...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize integration processes by bridging technical gaps between systems. Collaborate with campus IT to ensure seamless data flows, troubleshoot issues, and enhance integration reliability for succes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

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.