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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$152K - $269K *

Explore the forefront of enterprise AI solutions by pioneering innovative architectures and prototypes that solve complex business problems. You will cultivate relationships, drive technical wins, and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage partners by driving technical enablement and solution design. Collaborate across teams to empower resellers and integrators, ensuring successful adoption and growth of innovative solutions thro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $189K *

Engineer innovative virtualization solutions that enhance customer strategy and value. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, leading customer workshops as a subject-matter expert across VMware and Nut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and implementation of M365 solutions, ensuring compliance and performance while collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical designs. Drive innovation and...

Chandler, AZRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $154K *

Unlock your potential as a vital member of a client-focused team, leveraging your expertise to drive successful pre-sales engagements, solutions delivery, and client management in the dynamic utility...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $154K *

Innovate and lead technical solutions for utility challenges, driving strategic growth through effective pre-sales engagement and deep collaboration with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate cybersecurity by designing and implementing innovative Elastic Stack solutions. Collaborate on complex problems, mentor peers, and drive automation in security operations while ensuring compli...

Lexington, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$163K - $245K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging your MarTech expertise. Join a dynamic team to shape innovative solutions, drive growth, and engage with key stakeholders in the Salesforce ecosystem, enha...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$173K - $198K *

Lead the evolution of data architecture, driving real-time capabilities and AI integration. Collaborate with executives and teams to enhance data quality, governance, and scalability while mentoring a...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Innovate as you guide Fortune 500 clients in leveraging AI solutions. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver dynamic presentations, and serve as trusted technical advisor to modernize legacy systems an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing enterprise Salesforce solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable architectures, and driving outcomes acros...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining construction technology by architecting scalable, reliable systems that integrate cutting-edge AI and computer vision. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $190K *

Lead the charge in defining and guiding enterprise architecture across product systems and business applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable designs...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join us in shaping technical strategies and growth initiatives for federal opportunities. Collaborate across teams to develop compelling solutions that drive success in complex pursuits, ensuring alig...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of warehouse solutions, guiding teams through the Tecsys Elite WMS architecture. Drive integration, configuration, and continuous improvement while ensuring operatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer success as a technical expert, partnering to optimize IoT deployments. Your strategic insights will enhance service adoption and expand account growth, delivering tangible business outc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the charge in designing Azure platforms for healthcare data products, ensuring resilience, security, and cost management while mentoring engineers and shaping architectural standards in a fully r...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of autonomous systems and cloud-native technologies, driving integration and architecture solutions for defense and commercial sectors. Engage with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $297K *

Redefine the digital workplace by leading the design and governance of Microsoft 365 solutions, ensuring strategic alignment, security, and innovation across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-fun...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining client solutions by blending technical expertise with pre-sales acumen. Drive impactful conversations and design scalable architectures across multi-cloud environments wh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the design and development of robust security architecture for cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Partner cross-functionally to embed security in the development lifecycle and evaluate eme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $249K *

Drive customer success by bridging technical solutions with client needs. Collaborate with sales to deliver impactful presentations and demos, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fosteri...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading AI architecture solutions that empower clients through innovative design, hands-on implementation, and strategic guidance, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge tech...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Engage your expertise as a hands-on technical leader, designing and evolving enterprise solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, ensure platform reliability, and deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week 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.