Amazon

Senior Solutions Architect, WWPS Migrations & Modernization

Amazon • $153K — $207K *
Arlington, VA 22204In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in technology domains such as software development or cloud computing
  • 3+ years of design, implementation, or consulting experience in applications and infrastructures
  • 10+ years in IT development or implementation/consulting in software or Internet industries
  • 5+ years in infrastructure architecture, database architecture, and networking
  • Experience in migrating legacy solutions to the cloud

Responsibilities

  • Assess complex Oracle estates and deliver migration architecture recommendations
  • Design target-state architectures for various AWS and Oracle database offerings
  • Build and present TCO business cases to demonstrate cost savings
  • Deliver technical workshops and executive architecture sessions
  • Collaborate with sales and professional services to create migration opportunities
  • Model projected consumption for Private Pricing Agreements
  • Mentor field Solutions Architect teams on Oracle migration strategies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Supplemental life insurance and EAP
  • Adoption and Surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
As an Oracle Migration Specialist Solutions Architect within the AWS Worldwide Public Sector team, you will serve as the go-to technical authority on Oracle workload migrations. Operating as a specialist overlay alongside account Solutions Architects, Account Executives, and SI partners, you will own the full database conversation - from legacy Oracle estate assessment through target-state architecture design on AWS.

You will conduct rapid discovery of complex Oracle environments (RAC, Data Guard, ASM, Exadata), synthesize AWR/ASH performance data into actionable migration recommendations, and deliver POCs and technical deep-dives that prove performance, compatibility, and cost efficiency. You will build TCO-based business cases that quantify savings versus Oracle's commercial objections, counter competitive FUD with architectural proof points, and unblock stalled deals caused by licensing confusion, technical ambiguity, or executive hesitation.

This role requires equal credibility recommending ODB[redacted] (Exadata within AWS data centers) or Aurora/RDS based on what is right for the customer. You will collaborate with Sales Specialists to qualify opportunities, shape multi-year consumption forecasts, and drive closure. You are not a migration delivery engineer - you design the architecture and win the deal.

This position may require up to 30% travel

Key job responsibilities

Assessing complex Oracle estates and delivering actionable migration architecture recommendations tailored to workload profile, licensing posture, and business constraints

Designing target-state architectures across ODB[redacted], RDS for Oracle, Aurora PostgreSQL, and EC2 - including consolidation strategies (PDB/CDB multi-tenancy, pod-based density planning)

Building and presenting TCO business cases that quantify cost savings and counter Oracle retention tactics (ULA traps, audit exposure, OCI positioning)

Delivering technical workshops, immersion days, and executive architecture sessions to accelerate deal velocity

Partnering with account teams, Professional Services, and SI partners to translate migration opportunities into pipeline and consumption forecasts

Modeling projected consumption for Private Pricing Agreements (PPAs) and strategic commitments

Mentoring and enabling field SA teams on Oracle migration positioning, licensing nuances, and competitive messaging

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 8+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience

- 3+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience

- 10+ years of IT development or implementation/consulting in the software or Internet industries experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of infrastructure architecture, database architecture and networking experience

- Experience migrating or transforming legacy customer solutions to the cloud

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, San Francisco - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually

USA, GA, Atlanta - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

USA, TN, Nashville - 145,900.00 - 197,400.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Austin - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Dallas - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

USA, TX, Houston - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Arlington - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
* Ladders Estimates

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