Systems Architect Jobs

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.

What Does a Systems Architect Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Architect Career Opportunities

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.

Find Systems Architect Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$120K - $160K *

Drive the design and management of cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure, scalable systems that align IT operations with business goals. Lead initiatives in automation and DevSecOps to enhance operati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead customer technology rollouts, oversee service deployment, and drive customer satisfaction. Manage cross-functional initiatives, mitigate risks, and serve as the primary lia...

Duluth, GARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $160K *

Optimize provider onboarding and cluster management through automated solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance data pipelines and deliver actionable insights, ensuring seamless operations and impr...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading large electric utility transmission projects. Drive early planning, manage complex challenges, and collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery while main...

Hartford, CTRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive product strategy and AI integration, ensuring innovative solutions meet market needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences and deliver high-value...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge anti-ransomware platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and enhance scalable backend systems using Scala and Rust, ensuring high performance an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $287K *

Transform customer engagement by architecting scalable AI solutions, bridging complex challenges with innovative strategies. Leverage your technical expertise to drive adoption and success across NVID...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise financial systems by enhancing Oracle Cloud EPM applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions, support upgrades, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring a...

Jersey City, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Build customer relationships by delivering seamless onboarding and maximizing platform adoption, driving value realization through proactive guidance and cross-team collaboration...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the design and optimization of hybrid infrastructure, focusing on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Ensure secure, scalable, and reliable technology solutions that align with business needs whil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative routing solutions by designing and developing a scalable, enterprise-level interaction routing platform that optimizes real-time distribution of voice and digital interactions acros...

Calgary, ABRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Architect the future of contact center technology by designing and developing a robust routing engine that intelligently manages voice and digital interactions across diverse channels, ensuring high p...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise-scale contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while collabora...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise-scale contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while optimizing p...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop enterprise-scale routing engines for real-time distribution of voice and digital interactions, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to opt...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing cutting-edge routing engines for enterprise-scale contact centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize real-time interaction distributio...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining application security by partnering with engineering leaders to influence secure design, conduct hands-on code reviews, and enhance security tooling, all while navigating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize cloud security by leading secure architecture design, implementing governance, and ensuring compliance across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and administration of complex network environments, collaborating across teams to implement standardized solutions using Cisco technologies. Ensure seamless deployment and support whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to manage and deliver software implementation projects, enhancing client efficiency and functionality. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while adherin...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $285K *

Transform your career by leading a high-performing engineering team to deliver innovative digital solutions. Collaborate across departments to drive technology strategy and modernize capabilities, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Manager in Deployed Engineering, leading hands-on deployments and building a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $250K *

Drive the product roadmap for Unify Release Orchestration, enhancing developer experience while coordinating releases across multiple services, engaging customers, and leading initiatives for AI-nativ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Empower user experiences by owning product design for a cutting-edge platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex workflows into intuitive designs, ensuring quality and usabi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Systems Architect do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.