Principal Technologist, Global Government Delivery Organization (GDDO)

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Herndon (VA)

On-site

USD 176,000 - 238,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Technologist for the GGDO to drive strategic technical and business integration with US government programs, including DoD IC and other federal customers.

The role partners with AWS service teams, capture, sales, and solutions architecture to shape long-term federal delivery strategy, global infrastructure, and go-to-market plans while upholding security clearances and customer commitments.

Qualifications

  • Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level.
  • 7+ years of working with Core Cloud Technology Services, including Compute, Edge, Hybrid, Security, and/or Networking.
  • 7+ years of Go-To-Market, Business Development, Sales, or Consulting experience.
  • 7+ years of working with Enterprise Application Modernization and Migration technologies.
  • 7+ years of working with Data & AI related technologies, including AI/ML, GenAI, Analytics, Database, and/or Storage.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Liaise with AWS service teams to ensure that AWS meets technical commitments to customers in named programs.
  • Interface with Capture, Sales, and Solutions Architecture teams to provide technical depth to partnership discussions and capture/pursuit decisions.
  • Coordinate a matrixed team drawn from the Federal business verticals in support of specific programs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop the long-term strategy for AWS to deliver in the Federal program space, including global infrastructure, feature and service deployment, and go-to-market approach.

Skills

Strategic leadership
Cloud / AWS knowledge
Customer engagement
Cross-functional teamwork
Communication
Security clearance process

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

Would you like to be part of a team that is redefining the way the Federal government uses the cloud? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is leading the next paradigm shift in computing and the AWS Global Government Delivery Organization (GGDO) team is looking for a motivated Principal Technologist to join our fast-paced organization. The GGDO, manages direct US Government programs as part of the Worldwide Public Sector business. In this role you will work directly with customers, partners, and AWS service teams to manage technical and business integration challenges in support of US Department of Defense (DoD) Intelligence Community (IC), and other US Government programs that rely on the AWS Cloud.

Would you like to be part of a team that is redefining the way the Federal government uses the cloud? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is leading the next paradigm shift in computing and the AWS Global Government Delivery Organization (GGDO) team is looking for a motivated Principal Technologist to join our fast-paced organization. The GGDO, manages direct US Government programs as part of the Worldwide Public Sector business. In this role you will work directly with customers, partners, and AWS service teams to manage technical and business integration challenges in support of US Department of Defense (DoD) Intelligence Community (IC), and other US Government programs that rely on the AWS Cloud.

Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a US citizen and currently possess and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance with poly.

Key job responsibilities
As a Principal Technologist In AWS GGDO, You Will
  • Liaise with AWS service teams to ensure that AWS meets technical commitments to customers in named programs.
  • Interface with Capture, Sales, and Solutions Architecture teams to provide technical depth to partnership discussions and capture/pursuit decisions.
  • Coordinate a matrixed team drawn from the Federal business verticals in support of specific programs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop the long-term strategy for AWS to deliver in the Federal program space, including global infrastructure, feature and service deployment, and go-to-market approach.
A day in the life

The Principal Technologist for this program will partner with other AWS senior leaders to deliver unique on-premise and cloud capabilities to service IC community partner mission needs.

About The Team
Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.

Basic Qualifications
  • Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
  • 7+ years of working with Core Cloud Technology Services, including, but not limited to Compute, Edge, Hybrid, Security, and/or Networking experience
  • 7+ years of Go-To-Market, Business Development, Sales, or Consulting experience
  • 7+ years of working with Enterprise Application Modernization and Migration technologies, including, but not limited to, Mainframe, Serverless, Containers, or Cloud Operations experience
  • 7+ years of working with Data & AI related technologies, including, but not limited to, AI/ML, GenAI, Analytics, Database, and/or Storage experience
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Current, active TS/SCI US Government Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience as a founder or executive focused on related segments, or as a practice leader or business unit owner
  • Experience selling to Fortune 1000 or Global 2000 organizations

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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, VA, Arlington - 176,100.00 - 238,200.00 USD annually

USA, VA, Herndon - 176,100.00 - 238,200.00 USD annually

Company

Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Job ID: A10513786

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