Solution Architect, Independant Software Vendors

Amazon; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Solution Architect to guide Independent Software Vendors in optimizing their business on AWS. In this role, you will engage with customers to recommend best practices, drive technical discussions, and influence AWS features based on customer feedback. The position requires extensive experience in cloud computing and software development, making it a pivotal role in shaping cloud strategies for businesses.

Benefits

Flexible work-life balance

Professional development resources

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years in technology domains such as software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, security, networking, or data analytics.
• 2+ years in designing, implementing, or consulting on applications and infrastructures.
• 10+ years in IT development or consulting within the software or internet industries.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to accelerate their products and initiatives.
• Drive technical solutions discussions with customers to solve complex challenges.
• Define and execute strategies by engaging technical teams.

Skills

Cloud computing

Software development

Systems engineering

Data analytics

Job description

Solution Architect, Independent Software Vendors

AWS is seeking an experienced Software Solutions Architect to provide expert guidance to our Independent Software Vendors (ISV). In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor, helping Australian B2B software companies scale up and grow their business on AWS.

You understand best practices around modern technology, AI, and advanced cloud-based solutions, and provide advice on strategies for modernizing and optimizing existing workloads and deploying new innovative solutions. You will have the opportunity to help shape and execute a strategy to build deep adoption and broad use of AWS within your customers, mobilizing resources within AWS and working with our extensive partner network.

Key job responsibilities

1. Work directly with customers to accelerate their products and initiatives, recommending best-practice cloud architectures aligned with their long-term business outcomes.
2. Drive technical solutions discussions with customers, diving deep into the details to solve complex technical challenges and craft scalable, flexible, resilient cloud architectures.
3. Scope and own each customer engagement, ensuring clear objectives and success criteria.
4. Define and execute strategies by engaging highly technical teams (Solutions Architects, Technical Account Managers, AWS professional services, and partners).
5. Act as a thought leader in the community by educating, sharing best practices, presenting at events, writing white papers and blogs, and running workshops.
6. Share the voice of the customer to influence the roadmap of new AWS features and services.
7. Serve as a key technical member of the Solutions Architecture team, influencing decision-makers to ensure customer success on AWS, aligned with long-term business goals.

A day in the life

Our solutions architects help software businesses define scalable, resilient, and secure architectures using the latest AWS technologies, including serverless platforms and microservices architectures, to enable faster iteration, global reach, improved security, and cost efficiency.

About the team

AWS Global Sales drives worldwide adoption of AWS cloud, empowering customers of all sizes to innovate and expand. Our team provides tailored services, unmatched technology, and support, understanding each customer's unique challenges to craft innovative solutions that accelerate success.

Diverse Experiences

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all preferred qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We welcome candidates with non-traditional career paths or alternative experiences.

Why AWS

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the most comprehensive cloud platform, trusted by startups to Global 500 companies. We continue to innovate in cloud computing to power businesses worldwide.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony and offer flexibility to support your success at work and at home.

Inclusive Team Culture

We promote inclusion through affinity groups, events, and fostering a culture of curiosity and connection.

Mentorship and Career Growth

We provide resources for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement to help you grow as a professional.

Minimum Requirements

• 4+ years in technology domains such as software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, security, networking, or data analytics.
• 2+ years in designing, implementing, or consulting on applications and infrastructures.
• 10+ years in IT development or consulting within the software or internet industries.

Additional Experience

• Experience in software development or internet-related industries.
• Experience migrating or transforming legacy solutions to the cloud.
• Experience working with AWS technologies from a dev/ops perspective.

Acknowledgement of Country

Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of land across Australia and pays respect to their elders and communities.

EEO Statement

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Support is available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process. For accommodations, visit this link.