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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$130K - $155K *

Join our team as a Principal Security Engineer, where you'll design and enhance security solutions, shape strategy, and lead initiatives to protect enterprise assets while mentoring junior engineers a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $132K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable analytics solutions for enterprise customers, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful platform adoption and opera...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform your career by architecting secure, scalable Azure solutions that drive modern application delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop automation and enhance cloud services while lev...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $185K *

Engage with Federal agencies and software providers to design and implement secure cloud solutions. Leverage your expertise in FedRAMP and DoD IL4 to drive technical sales strategies and ensure compli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $200K *

Transform client relationships by leading data-driven solutions for major tech firms. Engage with executives to uncover insights, drive impactful decisions, and ensure seamless delivery across teams i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $193K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data-driven transformation in life sciences. Collaborate with leadership to shape and execute enterprise data architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, trust...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $167K *

Transform customer experiences by delivering expert security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance web security for government agencies, ensuring seamless integration and optim...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical customer engagements, troubleshooting software issues, and enhancing product reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and inform produ...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $230K *

Architect system-level requirements and verification plans for a complex aerospace program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coherent design and integration across multiple engineerin...

Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by designing autonomous agents that enhance manufacturing workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data pipelines and drive impactful results in a...

Idaho Falls, IDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in securing new business for a cutting-edge solution portfolio in Public Safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to showcase technology options, assess user needs, and drive cu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer robust cloud and system solutions, ensuring seamless enterprise operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and implement configuratio...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $176K *

Optimize enterprise database services in a secure hybrid-cloud environment. As a senior technical resource, ensure performance, security, and reliability while supporting cloud adoption and modernizat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering mission-critical solutions. Contribute as a systems integrator, managing projects and advising leadership while ensuring technical excellence and effective com...

Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to bridge technical solutions and customer needs in a dynamic, cross-functional role. Utilize your expertise to drive adoption of AI agents, influencing product roadmaps and enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $195K *

Shape the future of healthcare data interoperability by leading architecture design and integration strategies for federal health programs, ensuring seamless data flow and compliance with industry sta...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$298K - $377K *

Champion the future of connectivity by leading a high-impact Solutions Engineering team. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor talent, and bridge technology with business goals for Service Provider cust...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$84K - $124K *

Drive the evolution of Cyber Defense by engineering and automating security operations, enhancing incident response, and maintaining enterprise security platforms to ensure robust protection and swift...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Oracle Cloud solutions. As a key architect, you'll design and implement innovative Oracle CX applications, ensuring alignment with business goals while leading...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture, integrating innovative solutions across our enterprise ecosystem. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to optimize and implement robust dat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $288K *

Unlock potential by leading technical discovery and crafting data solutions that drive business outcomes. Collaborate with sales and partners to present innovative data architectures and deliver impac...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive technical solutions and support enterprise Proof of Concepts, collaborating with sales teams and channel partners to address complex customer needs and showcase the innovative potential of datab...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join our team as a Security Architect, where you'll collaborate across technical and business domains to enhance security during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring robust protection and seamless integ...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading security architecture for mergers and acquisitions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement security solutions, ensuring seamless integration and ri...

Atlanta, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion security excellence by leading strategic initiatives in mergers and acquisitions. Collaborate across teams to design and implement robust security solutions, ensuring seamless integration and...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.