Sr Partner Solution Architect, US Consulting Partners

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled partner management leader to drive the technical enablement and growth of AWS Partner Network consulting partners in the US. You will own strategic partner development, joint GTM planning, and manage relationships with senior partners and customers.

You will collaborate with internal teams and partners, guiding technology practices on the AWS platform and helping create packaged offerings. Some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience communicating across technical and non-technical audiences, including executive level stakeholders or clients.
• 7+ years of design/ implementation/ consulting experience of large-scale, enterprise applications.
• 3+ years of experience working with multi-national partners/customers in support of technology sales.
• 5+ years building out proven relationships with partners/suppliers leading to increased sales opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, partner development managers, and partner core team leaders to grow a network of capable AWS partners and drive joint opportunities.

Skills

Communication with execs

Enterprise consulting

Partner management

Sales collaboration

Job description

Description

This position is part of the AWS Specialist and Partner Organization (ASP). In this role, you will be responsible for the technical management and enablement of selected AWS Partner Network Consulting Partners located in the US. You will have the opportunity to own the technical strategy and execution plan for how your partners will develop their business practices and grow.

Description

This position is part of the AWS Specialist and Partner Organization (ASP). In this role, you will be responsible for the technical management and enablement of selected AWS Partner Network Consulting Partners located in the US. You will have the opportunity to own the technical strategy and execution plan for how your partners will develop their business practices and grow. As the right candidate, you are a leader who draws upon your experience with developing partners, joint technical business planning, opportunity identification, oversight and development of new lines of business, industry practices and APN Competencies, go-to-market solution development, relationship building, and working in both a direct and matrix operating structure. Key job responsibilities You will need to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, partner development managers, partner core team leaders, be results driven, and have proven experience in developing a network of partners with deep capabilities and high-delivery quality. This role is partner facing, which includes interacting and building relationships with consulting partners' senior stakeholders, consultants and AWS customers. You will be responsible for earning the trust of the partner’s technical leaders, guiding the partner’s growth, transformation of their technology practices on the AWS Platform, and the creation of packaged offerings along with partner resources. You should be comfortable in managing a broad portfolio of partners from early stage cloud native, traditional large system integrators, value added resellers, and specialist providers. Some travel is required in order to interface and build relationships with your partners as required, this is less than 20% in most cases.

About The Team

The US Consulting Partner (USCP) team drives the technical strategy and execution for our largest and most strategic partners to scale their growth. As a strategic contributor, you'll work at the intersection of partner and customer needs, ensuring the technical perspective of partners and customers shapes how we engage. The team leads technical enablement initiatives, owns technical relationships with the partner, and provides operational support across the partner ecosystem. Your role will be instrumental in advancing USCP’s mission to make AWS partners more successful through technical innovation and excellence.

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

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Mentorship & Career Growth

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Work/Life Balance

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Basic Qualifications

• Experience communicating across technical and non-technical audiences, including executive level stakeholders or clients
• 7+ years of design/ implementation/ consulting experience of large-scale, enterprise applications.
• 3+ years of experience working with multi-national partners/customers in support of technology sales.
• 5+ years building out proven relationships with partners/suppliers leading to increased sales opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building complex software systems that have been successfully delivered to customers, or experience in computer architecture
• Experience architecting/operating solutions built on AWSExperience with cloud, server or infrastructure technologies and business models
• Experience presenting to executives, IT Management, and developers.
• Experience with technical consulting and/or architecture engagements with large-scale customers or enterprises.

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, NY, New York - 169,000.00 - 228,600.00 USD annually

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

Company

- Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Job ID: A10482506