Roles & Skills
ECLARO delivers top talent for a variety of AWS Solutions Architect roles, tailored to meet different project needs, skills, and levels of experience and expertise. Although the specifics and titles may vary for each individual business, our experienced recruiters have a track record of success in helping businesses hire at all levels
Junior AWS Solutions Architects
Focus on designing basic cloud infrastructure, assisting in the maintenance of existing AWS environments, and debugging issues.
Mid-Level AWS Solutions Architects
Handle more complex architecture tasks, integrate AWS services with other technologies, and contribute to the development of scalable and reliable solutions.
Senior AWS Solutions Architects
Lead project planning, develop and implement complex AWS architectures, and manage cloud projects from start to finish.
Key skills
- AWS cloud architecture design and implementation across multiple services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, Lambda)
- Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) with CloudFormation, Terraform, or AWS CDK
- Proficiency in security, compliance, and IAM management within AWS environments
- Ability to optimize costs and performance across cloud deployments
- Strong communication skills for translating business requirements into technical architecture
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for complex cloud infrastructure issues
Frequently asked questions
What does an AWS Solutions Architect do on a day-to-day basis?
AWS Solutions Architects design and implement scalable cloud solutions tailored to business requirements. Daily responsibilities include assessing client infrastructure needs, designing AWS environments, creating architecture documentation, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders, and ensuring solutions follow best practices for security, cost-efficiency, and performance. They often work on migration projects, infrastructure optimization, and technology evaluations.
What certifications or qualifications should we look for?
Look for candidates with AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience with AWS services. Strong candidates typically have 3+ years of cloud architecture or infrastructure experience, expertise with core AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, networking), and familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools. Experience with on-premises-to-cloud migrations and security architecture is a significant plus.
How does hiring through ECLARO work for this role?
ECLARO connects you with vetted AWS Solutions Architects available for contract, contract-to-hire, or full-time placement. We pre-screen candidates for technical qualifications, certifications, and relevant experience, then match them to your specific project requirements. ECLARO handles recruitment logistics, allowing your team to focus on evaluation and onboarding. We support both short-term project needs and long-term staffing solutions.
What are typical salary ranges and engagement models?
Compensation varies based on experience, certifications, location, and engagement type. Senior architects with Professional certification typically command higher rates than those with Associate-level credentials. ECLARO offers flexibility with contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire models. We can discuss your budget and timeline to identify candidates within your range and provide transparent pricing without hidden fees.
Ways to hire through ECLARO
ECLARO can fill this role through contract or contract-to-hire staffing, direct placement, an Employer of Record (EOR), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), or a dedicated offshore team in the Philippines (ECAPTIVE).