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Cloud Architect vs Network Engineer salary

In Brazil, a cloud architect earns about 74% more than a network engineer $86,862 vs $49,887 per year.

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Technology
Cloud Architect
$86,862/yr
Monthly
$7,238
Hourly
$42
Range
$54,034$126,986
10-yr outlook
+24%
Technology
Network Engineer
$49,887/yr
Monthly
$4,167
Hourly
$24
Range
$33,727$69,646
10-yr outlook
+5%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCloud ArchitectNetwork Engineer
Entry (10th)$54,034$33,727
25th$70,448$41,807
Median$86,862$49,887
75th$106,934$59,766
Senior (90th)$126,986$69,646

National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a cloud architect or network engineer earn more in Brazil?
A cloud architect earns more, at about R$ 444.000 per year vs R$ 255.000 for a network engineer — roughly 74% (R$ 189.000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
A cloud architect typically earns R$ 276.200–R$ 649.100, while a network engineer earns R$ 172.400–R$ 356.000 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
On a monthly basis before tax, a cloud architect averages about R$ 37.000 and a network engineer about R$ 21.300.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a cloud architect earns about R$ 276.200 while a network engineer earns about R$ 172.400 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a cloud architect earns about R$ 649.100 while a network engineer earns about R$ 356.000 per year.
Are cloud architect and network engineer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.