Cloud Solutions Architect
60AI USED FOR60%moving to95%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £36,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM COMPUTER SCIENCE →
Cloud Solutions Architect
IT business analysts and systems designers help companies build the computer systems they need. They listen to what people want, then design software and systems that solve real problems and help the business work better.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI already does a lot of this work
AI is already used for a large share of the day-to-day tasks in this job. We have not yet classified what, if anything, structurally protects it, so we make no claim either way about a moat. Learn the tools, and build the judgement that stays human.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Cloud Solutions ArchitectAs a Junior Cloud Solutions Architect, you will assist in designing cloud solutions and learn from experienced architects. This role typically involves supporting project teams and gaining hands-on experience with cloud technologies.£30,000 - £36,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Cloud Solutions ArchitectIn a mid-level role, you will take on more responsibility, leading projects and collaborating with clients to deliver tailored cloud solutions. You will also mentor junior team members and contribute to strategic planning.£45,000 - £55,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Cloud Solutions ArchitectAt the peak of your career, you will lead large-scale cloud initiatives, influence organisational strategy, and drive innovation. You will be recognised as a thought leader in the field, shaping the future of cloud solutions within the organisation.£70,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£47,000 median
🎓Computer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£39,000 median
🎓Computer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Software Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
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Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · DegreeComputer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · DegreeComputing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · DegreeComputer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · DegreeComputer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · DegreeSoftware Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · Degree