Amazon

Sr. Solutions Architect - Independent Software Vendors, Security ISVs

Amazon • $176K — $239K *
Mountain View, CA 94040In-Person
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in technology domains (software development, cloud computing, etc.)
  • 3+ years in design, implementation, or consulting experience
  • 10+ years in IT development or consulting in software/Internet industries
  • 5+ years in infrastructure architecture, database architecture, or networking (preferred)
  • Experience with end user or developer communities (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure success in designing, building, and migrating applications on AWS
  • Provide architectural guidance for running applications efficiently on AWS
  • Assist ISVs in defining technical strategies for AWS
  • Participate in architectural discussions and design for AWS solutions
  • Contribute to AWS customer-facing publications like white papers
  • Share customer feedback with product management to influence AWS development
  • Collaborate with sales to execute strategies for AWS adoption and revenue growth
  • Build relationships with senior technical customers to foster cloud advocacy

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Mental health support and medical advice line
Full Job Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for solutions architects in the NYC, Boston, San Francisco, Southern California, and Seattle areas (or nearby) who will help high-growth Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) build better businesses and products on AWS. This will, in turn, drive adoption of Amazon Web Services within AWS' strategic ISV segment. Our solutions architects are experienced technologists with technical breadth and depth coupled with strong interpersonal skills. As an ISV solutions architect, you will work directly with some of our largest customers at all levels to enable innovation through continuous deployment across technology stacks and demonstrate best practices around advanced cloud solutions.

You will partner with AWS Sales, Partner, Professional Services, and several other AWS teams to craft highly scalable, flexible and resilient cloud architectures that address customer business problems and accelerate the adoption of our services. Our solutions architects provide prescriptive guidance across compute, networking, storage, operating systems, virtualization, containerization, RDBMS & NoSQL databases, big data/analytics, and mid-tier technologies (application integration, security, in-memory caches). The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of large scale computing solutions and experience leading deep architecture discussions in a pre and post-sales roles.

Roles and Responsibilities

- As a key member of the SA team, ensure success in designing, building and migrating applications, software, and services on the AWS platform.

- Provide architectural guidance and recommendations on running applications efficiently and reliably on AWS platform.

- Assist ISVs with the definition of technical strategies that will enable them to present their offering on the AWS platform.

- Participate in deep architectural discussions and design exercises to create world-class solutions built on AWS while ensuring solutions are designed for successful deployment in the cloud.

- Author or otherwise contribute to AWS customer-facing publications such as white papers and blog articles.

- Share customer feedback to internal product management and engineering teams to help drive the future of AWS cloud.

- In partnership with the sales team, formulate and execute sales strategies to exceed revenue objectives through the adoption of the AWS platform. This includes presentations, proof of concepts, demos, and hands on evaluations.

- Build deep relationships with senior technical individuals within customers to enable them to be cloud advocates.

- Capture and share best-practice knowledge within the AWS solutions architect community.

Location: San Francisco, Southern California, Seattle

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 working with end user or developer communities

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, Mountain View - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually

USA, CA, San Francisco - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 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.
Learn more about Amazon
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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