Senior Solutions Architect, AWS, WWPS SA - EDU & SLG West

Amazon; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud computing company is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to guide government customers in achieving their missions using innovative AWS solutions. This role involves providing technical guidance, developing content, and collaborating with teams to meet business goals. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in technology domains and a knack for communication.

Benefits

Mentorship & Career Growth

Work/Life Balance

Comprehensive Health and Financial Benefits

Potential Equity

Sign-On Bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years in technology domains like software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, security, networking, or data analytics.
• 3+ years of experience in application and infrastructure design, implementation, or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted technical guidance to government customers.
• Develop technical content such as workshops, samples, and blog posts.
• Collaborate with other Amazonians to achieve revenue and business goals.

Skills

Cloud Computing

Software Development

Systems Engineering

Data Analytics

Networking

Job description

Senior Solutions Architect, AWS, WWPS SA - EDU & SLG West

Would you like to help government customers achieve their mission using innovative cloud computing solutions? Do you have a knack for helping people understand system architecture and guiding them toward successful implementations?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is hiring a Senior Solutions Architect (SA) to work with our California State and Local Government customers. As an SA, you'll provide trusted technical guidance to customers in the context of their mission, directing them toward the best technical outcomes. You will collaborate with other Amazonians to achieve revenue and business goals. You will develop technical content such as workshops, samples, and blog posts. You will contribute back to Amazon by collecting customer feedback, mentoring other SAs, and helping scale the business.

This position must be located in Sacramento, CA. This position may require travel up to 30%.

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?

• Comprehensive Cloud Platform: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and continue to innovate — trusted by startups and Global 500 companies alike.

Inclusive Team Culture

• We promote inclusion through affinity groups and events that foster collaboration and celebrate diversity.

Mentorship & Career Growth

• We offer continuous learning, mentorship, and career development resources to help you grow professionally.

Work/Life Balance

• We value flexibility and work-life harmony, supporting our employees to succeed both at work and at home.

EEO/Accommodations

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected statuses. For accommodation requests, visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years in technology domains like software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, security, networking, or data analytics
• 3+ years of experience in application and infrastructure design, implementation, or consulting
• Experience communicating with technical and non-technical audiences, including executives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience architecting solutions on AWS
• Experience migrating legacy solutions to the cloud

Note: For Los Angeles County applicants, additional duties include working safely, communicating effectively, and complying with local laws and policies. Criminal history considerations apply per local ordinances.

Our compensation ranges from $138,200 to $239,000 annually, based on location, experience, and skills. Benefits include potential equity, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive health and financial benefits. For more details, visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.