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.
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Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining secure cloud and infrastructure solutions while collaborating across departments to deliver exceptional client support and proactive maintenan...
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Project Architect | Multifamily
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in innovative architectural design solutions while managing multifamily projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor junior staff, and ensure client satisfaction through technical...
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$88K - $104K *
Engage in a dynamic role overseeing design development and project delivery. Lead the production of contract documents, mentor team members, and ensure technical excellence while managing complex proj...
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$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of building enclosure consulting by managing projects, leading technical investigations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and client sati...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Architect, managing building enclosure projects and leading technical consulting efforts. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to enhance buil...
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Unlock potential by managing building enclosure consulting projects, leading technical investigations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and quality across...
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Senior Solutions Architect, Strategic Accounts, Strategic Accounts
$169K - $228K *
Elevate your career by partnering with top clients to design innovative AWS cloud architectures. Drive revenue growth, influence product direction, and enhance your expertise while tackling complex ch...
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Enterprise Principal Architect
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by guiding the architecture of cutting-edge enterprise systems, providing strategic technical direction and mentoring teams on best practices across .NET, Azure, and SQL Server to...
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Microsoft System Administrator SME
$100K - $140K *
Unlock potential by managing and optimizing Windows server environments, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance infrastructure and support critical applications across multiple data centers in a...
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Transform the ECAD library by collaborating with engineers and PCB designers to create and maintain component representations, ensuring adherence to corporate guidelines and industry standards while s...
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Drive innovative data solutions by leading a skilled team in designing and maintaining scalable data architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, secure data platforms that mee...
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$160K - $185K *
Join a team that's transforming customer experiences through innovative technical solutions. As a Solutions Architect, you'll bridge business needs with technology, guiding clients from discovery to d...
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Lead Technical Architect for D365 ERP
$159K - $189K *
Unlock potential by leading complex Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain projects. Collaborate across teams, ensuring technical excellence and strategic solutions while engaging with C-level executives...
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Systems Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$162K - $219K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of IT systems integration and user experience. As a senior technical leader, you'll drive requirements analysis, system architecture, and multimedia support to de...
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$135K - $160K *
Transform complex federal challenges into innovative solutions by leading technical strategy development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth initiatives and deliver mission-critic...
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Application Security Architect, Information Technology
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's shaping secure architecture for a cloud-native financial platform. Lead hands-on engineering and technical direction while implementing key security controls to enhance risk managem...
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Cloud Services Architect, IoT Edge Laboratory
$96K - $121K *
Unlock potential by designing scalable cloud architectures for IoT applications. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to innovate solutions that enhance performance and reliability across diverse...
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$154K - $235K *
Elevate your career by overseeing architectural design and construction documentation for diverse projects. Engage in multidisciplinary coordination and technical oversight while ensuring compliance w...
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$131K - $237K *
Elevate mission-critical capabilities by serving as a senior technical authority, guiding architecture strategy and ensuring secure, scalable solutions across diverse engineering domains to meet compl...
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$131K - $237K *
Transform mission-critical capabilities by serving as a senior technical authority, guiding architecture across software, cloud, and security domains to deliver secure, scalable solutions that meet co...
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$131K - $237K *
Transform the future of mission-critical technology as a Solutions Architect SME, leading architecture strategy and technical direction across diverse engineering domains to deliver secure, scalable s...
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$131K - $237K *
Lead the evolution of mission-critical technology by architecting secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex engineering challenges and deliver impactful capabilities for t...
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Data Architect (Microsoft Fabric)
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's redefining enterprise data architecture by designing and implementing a cutting-edge data ecosystem. Lead the development of centralized data solutions that enhance analytics, autom...
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Data Architect (Microsoft Fabric)
$120K - $140K *
Transform the data landscape by architecting a greenfield enterprise data ecosystem. Lead technical initiatives, define architecture standards, and drive integration across diverse operational domains...
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Oracle Fusion Cloud Solution Architect
$123K - $229K *
Innovate your career by leading Oracle Fusion Cloud architecture and design. Drive end-to-end solutions, optimize processes, and ensure successful ERP transformations while collaborating with stakehol...
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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.