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.
$135K - $145K *
Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative technology solutions that align with business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, troubleshoot complex systems, and d...
3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Architect, Restaurants
$105K - $140K *
Join our team to develop innovative architectural designs that enhance restaurant experiences. Leverage your skills in technical detailing and collaborate with project stakeholders to deliver quality...
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$112K - $188K *
Join a team that's redefining systems engineering by leading complex projects, defining requirements, and driving innovative solutions while collaborating with customers and guiding junior engineers t...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Drive the planning and design of innovative healthcare facilities, leading complex projects while collaborating with clients and teams to ensure high-quality, sustainable solutions that meet operation...
2 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and planning of innovative healthcare facilities. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions while mentoring junior staff...
2 days ago
SR Architect, Tecsys Elite WMS
$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...
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$88K - $105K *
Lead the development and verification of complex systems, ensuring alignment with Army aviation acquisition processes. Collaborate across organizations to define capabilities and manage risks througho...
1 week ago
Architect Lead - EPIC Community Connect
$95K - $115K *
Shape your career by leading application implementations and upgrades. Drive team success through mentoring, stakeholder collaboration, and technical support while ensuring excellence in project execu...
1 week ago
Principal Integration Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead integration efforts for modernizing space launch ranges, ensuring mission success through advanced systems architecture and collaboration across engineering disciplines to enhance operational cap...
4 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance a multi-location closed system, leveraging your expertise in systems engineering to drive innovation and operational excellence across diverse capabilities and...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system capabilities through collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring seamless operations across multiple locations in a dynamic environment...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in transforming business priorities into actionable data and AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define use cases, assess technology, and drive rapid prototyping, ensuring a...
6 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Transform complex systems engineering by leading multi-disciplinary teams to enhance geospatial intelligence solutions, ensuring reliability and integration across national and allied systems while dr...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering for geospatial intelligence. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance solutions, ensure reliability, and integrate advanced technologies f...
2 weeks ago
$190K - $215K *
Shape the future of optical metrology by leading diverse development activities, driving system solutions, and mentoring engineers in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment focused on cutting-edge...
2 weeks ago
Principal Data Architect & Technical Product Owner
$170K - $190K *
Take ownership of enterprise data architecture, guiding product decisions and Scrum teams. Drive scalable designs and measurable outcomes while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance Agile practic...
1 week ago
$180K - $200K *
Unlock design potential as you mentor teams, enhance project quality, and drive innovation across multiple disciplines. Collaborate in a dynamic studio environment to deliver impactful architecture th...
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Manager, Architecture and Design
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in architectural design projects, overseeing teams to deliver innovative, high-quality environments that enhance guest experiences across various platforms, ensuring alignment with bus...
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$98K - $206K *
Join a team that architects Oracle Fusion PPM solutions to enable precise project management and financial accountability for Marine Corps initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead configurations a...
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Principal Security Architect, Active Directory & Entra ID Backup and Recovery
$180K - $270K *
Pioneer the architecture for Active Directory and Entra ID backup and recovery. Lead the design of disaster recovery capabilities, ensuring enterprise resilience in hybrid identity environments while...
3 weeks ago
Principal Security Architect, Active Directory & Entra ID Backup and Recovery
$180K - $270K *
Transform enterprise identity resilience by architecting robust backup and recovery solutions for Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID. Lead technical strategies to ensure seamless disaster recover...
3 weeks ago
Principal Security Architect, Active Directory & Entra ID Backup and Recovery
$180K - $270K *
Lead the charge in architecting robust backup and recovery solutions for Active Directory and Entra ID, ensuring enterprise resilience through innovative design and hands-on technical leadership in hy...
3 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/Polygraph
$162K - $219K *
Unlock potential by leading the integration and delivery of enterprise IT solutions, ensuring robust infrastructure and operations in a secure environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innov...
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$150K - $180K *
Invent innovative decision-support systems by overseeing the technical design architecture and orchestration of multiple services and simulations, enabling efficient operations for Maritime command ce...
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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.