Solutions / Application Architect

If you like designing it solutions, working with clients to understand their needs, and developing technical strategies this role is for you.

A Solutions Architect designs and oversees the implementation of technical solutions, ensuring they meet business needs. They balance architecture, security, and scalability to deliver effective IT systems.

Skills you’ll need: Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Software Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Systems Architecture, Problem Solving

$165,760 median salary46,499 jobs available¹

Solutions / Application Architect

If you like designing it solutions, working with clients to understand their needs, and developing technical strategies this role is for you.

A Solutions Architect designs and oversees the implementation of technical solutions, ensuring they meet business needs. They balance architecture, security, and scalability to deliver effective IT systems.

Skills you’ll need: Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Software Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Systems Architecture, Problem Solving

$165,760 median salary46,499 jobs available¹

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