Solutions Architect Jobs in California

Solutions Architect jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, financial technology, and defense contracting at every level from associate through principal and staff engineer. San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles are the heaviest hiring metros, home to anchor employers like Salesforce, Google, and Northrop Grumman that maintain large, stable solutions architecture teams. The most in-demand specialties are cloud architecture on AWS and Azure, enterprise integration, and security-focused solutions design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles206+
Top employerAmazon Web Services
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring38
Work type39% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Amazon Web Services
Senior Solutions Architect, Games, TMEGS
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Senior Solutions Architect, Games, TMEGS
Amazon Web Services
San Francisco, California
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$154k - $239k/yr

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Everlaw
Senior Solutions Architect, Partner Business (Channel & Managed Services)
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Senior Solutions Architect, Partner Business (Channel & Managed Services)
Everlaw
Oakland, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Remote (US)
201-500

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Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
Senior Presales Architect- Data Solutions
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Senior Presales Architect- Data Solutions
Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
San Jose, California
Customer Success
Inside Sales
Sales
$166k - $343k/yr
10,000+

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Amazon Web Services
Startup Solutions Architect, Early Stage Startups
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Startup Solutions Architect, Early Stage Startups
Amazon Web Services
San Francisco, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$151k - $204k/yr

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Amazon Web Services
Solutions Architect, Strategic Accounts
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Amazon Web Services
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Solutions Architect, Strategic Accounts
Amazon Web Services
San Francisco, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$151k - $204k/yr

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Solutions Architect Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
9 jobs
Mountain View
7 jobs
Sunnyvale
5 jobs
Santa Monica
5 jobs
Fremont
4 jobs

Solutions Architect Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon Web Services
    Amazon Web Services51
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA14
  • Databricks
    Databricks6
  • Adobe
    Adobe4
  • Stripe
    Stripe4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software34
  • Electronics & Hardware8
  • Banking & Financial Services5
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Law & Legal Services3

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in solutions architect jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related engineering field
  • Professional cloud certification such as AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Architect, or Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect
  • Five or more years of hands-on experience designing and deploying enterprise-scale systems
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical architectures
  • Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments, microservices, and API-driven integration patterns
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting architectural decisions to executive stakeholders

Solutions Architect Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a solutions architect in California?

Solutions architect is not a state-licensed profession in California, so there is no California board exam or registration required. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, followed by several years of hands-on technical experience in software development, network engineering, or systems administration. Earning a vendor-recognized certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect significantly strengthens a candidacy for California roles.

Which companies hire solutions architects in California?

Employers hiring solutions architects in California right now include Amazon Web Services, NVIDIA, and Databricks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of enterprise software companies, cloud platform headquarters, and large defense contractors means openings appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes.

Which California cities have the most solutions architect jobs?

San Francisco, Santa Clara, and San Jose have the most solutions architect openings in California. The Bay Area dominates because it is headquarters to major cloud and enterprise software companies that maintain large architecture teams, while Los Angeles draws openings from the entertainment technology, aerospace, and financial services sectors that anchor its economy.

Are there remote solutions architect jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. Solutions architects work primarily in meetings, documentation, and design tools rather than on physical infrastructure, which makes the role well suited to remote engagement. About 61% of solutions architect openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed these teams have become. Roles involving government or defense contracts are more likely to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a solutions architect in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into solutions architecture from an adjacent technical role such as software engineer, cloud engineer, or network administrator. Large California technology employers and systems integrators often post associate or junior solutions architect titles that accept candidates with two or fewer years of experience. Building a public portfolio of architecture diagrams and earning an entry-level cloud certification like AWS Cloud Practitioner or Google Associate Cloud Engineer gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to California's competitive market.

Where can I find and apply to solutions architect jobs in California?

You can find and apply to solutions architect jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to each posting.

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