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 *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing secure integrations for federal systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to deliver reliable services and enhance user outcomes in a remote enviro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$151K - $211K *

Drive strategic advisory consulting for executive clients, translating business goals into actionable technology roadmaps. Engage in IT transformation, identify emerging trends, and lead cross-domain...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $211K *

Innovate strategic technology solutions by advising executive clients, guiding IT transformations, and driving impactful initiatives across diverse technology portfolios. Collaborate with teams to ens...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role managing technical partnerships, scoping integrations, and ensuring successful collaboration between engineering teams and partners. Shape strategic conversations...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud infrastructure for institutional investors. You'll deploy and manage AI solutions across various cloud environments, ensuring security and compliance while collab...

Berkeley, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $266K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative reporting solutions. Collaborate with business users and technical experts to design impactful dashboards and dataflows, driving suc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Champion growth by driving strategic sales initiatives within key enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, influence solution strategies, and serve as a trusted advisor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative Salesforce Revenue Cloud solutions engineering. Drive pre-sales excellence, mentor teammates, and impact customer success while implementing cutting-edge billing...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Transform proposal writing by crafting compelling narratives that align with solicitation requirements. Collaborate with technical experts to translate complex solutions into clear, persuasive content...

Herndon, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with us as you craft compelling technical proposals for aerospace projects. Collaborate with experts to deliver innovative solutions and elevate your writing skills in a dynamic, mis...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $245K *

Shape security architecture by designing robust frameworks across various tech domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive cybersecurity solutions aligned with business go...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $150K *

Pioneer the implementation and evolution of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Project Operations and Customer Experience modules, serving as a key technical resource while collaborating with stakeholders to enha...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic technology solutions for back-office operations, translating complex business needs into actionable plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance ERP systems, improve processes, a...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex implementations for enterprise clients, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive customer success and optimize the use of...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead Civic & Justice projects, driving design solutions and overseeing construction documentation. Collaborate with clients and consultants to deliver impac...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Empower federal clients by architecting innovative ServiceNow solutions that enhance IT modernization. Lead design, integration, and release management while mentoring teams to deliver scalable, secur...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a CyberArk SME/DevOps Engineer, implementing secure solutions for federal modernization. Leverage your expertise in privileged access management to drive best practices and enha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by supporting design management for data center projects. Collaborate across disciplines, manage documentation, and enhance communication to ensure timely delivery and client sat...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership position while...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of complex data center projects by supporting design managers in coordination, documentation, and delivery. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project management skills, and cont...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate next-gen AI and cloud hardware systems by leading architecture for high-performance networking platforms, integrating compute and networking technologies to meet evolving customer demands, whi...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and enhancement of corporate security infrastructure, improving automation and maintaining strong security posture in a cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to implement controls...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $212K *

Pioneer innovative IAM strategies to enhance security across cloud and on-premise infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust identity governance and access management...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining asset management through innovative Oracle ERP solutions. Lead enterprise-level systems engineering to enhance financial accuracy and streamline processes, ensuring compl...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Drive the successful migration from Microsoft Azure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, overseeing planning, execution, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize disruption and m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.