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Cloud Architect vs Data Scientist salary

In France, a cloud architect earns about 59% more than a data scientist $239,510 vs $150,549 per year.

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Technology
Cloud Architect
$239,510/yr
Monthly
$19,959
Hourly
$115
Range
$148,952$350,141
10-yr outlook
+24%
Technology
Data Scientist
$150,549/yr
Monthly
$12,546
Hourly
$72
Range
$93,637$220,121
10-yr outlook
+35%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCloud ArchitectData Scientist
Entry (10th)$148,952$93,637
25th$194,231$122,150
Median$239,510$150,549
75th$294,825$185,335
Senior (90th)$350,141$220,121

National France figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a cloud architect or data scientist earn more in France?
A cloud architect earns more, at about 210 000 € per year vs 132 000 € for a data scientist — roughly 59% (78 000 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in France?
A cloud architect typically earns 130 600 €–307 000 €, while a data scientist earns 82 100 €–193 000 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in France?
On a monthly basis before tax, a cloud architect averages about 17 500 € and a data scientist about 11 000 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in France, a cloud architect earns about 130 600 € while a data scientist earns about 82 100 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in France, a cloud architect earns about 307 000 € while a data scientist earns about 193 000 € per year.
Are cloud architect and data scientist 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.