Systems Architects design the technology foundations that help organizations operate, grow, and adapt. They shape how applications, infrastructure, networks, and data systems work together, translating business needs into reliable, secure, and scalable technical solutions. Explore vetted Systems Architect opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Systems Architects evaluate existing technology environments, define target architectures, and guide the implementation of complex systems. Their work may include selecting platforms, creating technical standards, assessing integration needs, and collaborating with engineering, security, operations, and business teams. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on enterprise systems, cloud platforms, infrastructure, networking, or software architecture.
Employers often seek experience designing and integrating large-scale systems, along with strong knowledge of cloud services, infrastructure, networking, security, and system reliability. Familiarity with architecture frameworks, automation, DevOps practices, and platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud can be valuable. Communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to explain technical tradeoffs are essential for aligning architecture decisions with business goals.
Systems Architects work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and government. Career paths may lead to Principal Architect, Enterprise Architect, Cloud Architect, Solutions Architect, or technology leadership roles. Browse Systems Architect jobs on Ladders to discover vetted openings and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Ladders focuses on professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Use the listings to compare role requirements, industries, and technical focus areas, then identify Systems Architect opportunities where you can make a meaningful impact.
Senior Infrastructure & Platform Engineer
$130K - $175K *
Engineer and optimize enterprise platforms for diverse environments, ensuring seamless deployment and support. Collaborate with clients to enhance cybersecurity, compliance, and observability solution...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive the commissioning process for multiple data center projects, ensuring all systems are tested and operational. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet client specifications and maintain compliance...
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$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...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of autonomous flight by designing geospatial processing systems. Collaborate with leadership to build robust infrastructure that integrates diverse datasets, enabling real-time decisi...
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Principal / Lead Product Manager, Carrier Connectivity
$135K - $210K *
Lead the charge in solving complex carrier connectivity challenges in commercial insurance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance product delivery, ensuring seaml...
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Product Operations and Support Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Champion the evolution of medical imaging support by troubleshooting complex hardware-software interactions, optimizing customer experiences, and enhancing internal operations to elevate product quali...
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$83K - $104K *
Join a team that's dedicated to creating innovative architectural designs and detailed drawings using Revit. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure projects meet requirements while adhering...
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Oracle Field Service Solution Architect
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of client engagements by architecting innovative Oracle Field Service solutions. Lead design and delivery efforts, ensuring alignment with business objectives while mentoring teams an...
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$90K - $122K *
Drive customer success by managing relationships and service delivery for Managed Security Services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security outcomes, ensure compliance, and realiz...
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Senior Cloud Security Engineer
$160K - $165K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security for critical operations. Leverage your expertise to identify vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and implement robust security measures in c...
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Principal Enterprise Strategist - Financial Services
$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...
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer- Secure Developer Platforms (Azure/VDI)
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in building a secure, self-service developer sandbox on Azure, delivering non-persistent desktops and managing the entire stack from landing zone to golden image while ensuring complia...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $125K *
Accelerate project success by leading complex software implementations, ensuring timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams, manage risks, and mentor junior project manag...
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$90K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system reliability and performance for critical defense projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to implement best practices and drive data-driven improv...
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Principal Software Engineer (Integrations)
$164K - $200K *
Shape the future of software integration by leading a team to develop a robust ERP connector framework, ensuring data integrity and seamless communication between systems while driving architectural d...
3 weeks ago
IT Policy and Strategy Planner
$125K - $145K *
Unlock potential by bridging IT policy and strategy with organizational goals. Manage policy governance for a federal CIO organization, ensuring alignment with federal standards and overseeing a compr...
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$180K - $220K *
Lead the design and operation of cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliability and performance for a high-throughput trading platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...
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$104K - $155K *
Lead the charge in customer-focused project management, ensuring effective delivery of technical solutions while coordinating with diverse stakeholders and fostering strong relationships for successfu...
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Sr. Analyst, Data - Archimedes
$95K - $115K *
Drive impactful analytical initiatives by leading complex projects, designing data solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders to transform business challenges into actionable insights and reliable...
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Solution Consultant, Data Center & Cloud Platform
$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...
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Engineering Manager (Infrastructure)
$130K - $155K *
Optimize infrastructure and CI/CD workflows while leading a skilled team. Drive reliability and innovation in production systems, leveraging AI for automation and ensuring seamless delivery across pla...
3 days ago
$110K - $140K *
Help us enhance security by managing vulnerabilities in our cloud and applications. Collaborate with engineering to remediate issues, oversee incident readiness, and ensure robust endpoint and network...
1 week ago
$155K - $165K *
Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing operational activities within the DHMS program, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective strategies an...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $144K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing advanced building automation systems for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance while managing teams and...
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What does a Systems Architect do?
A Systems Architect plans and designs how an organization’s technology components—including applications, infrastructure, networks, and data systems—fit together. They establish technical direction and help ensure solutions are scalable, secure, reliable, and aligned with business needs.
What qualifications are common for Systems Architect jobs?
Many employers look for a degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information technology, or a related field, as well as a track record designing complex systems. Cloud, infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, integration, and architecture framework experience may also be requested.
Which skills are important for a Systems Architect?
Important skills include system design, cloud and infrastructure expertise, security awareness, integration planning, and knowledge of reliability and performance practices. Clear communication, collaboration, and the ability to evaluate technical tradeoffs are also important.
Where do Systems Architects work?
Systems Architects work in a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and consulting. They may specialize in enterprise architecture, cloud systems, infrastructure, networking, or application platforms.
How can I find Systems Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Systems Architect listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, and salary details to find roles that fit your background.