VP, AWS Practice Lead - North America

Blend360; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 275,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K plan

PTO & holidays

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Blend360 is a leading Data, Digital Marketing, and AI solutions company driving outcomes for Fortune 500 clients. We seek a VP, AWS NA Practice Lead to shape the AWS practice strategy in North America, align with AWS, and drive growth across client engagements.

The role focuses on developing frameworks, accelerators, and templates for delivery efficiency, while building partnerships and leading initiatives with CXO-level stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a consulting firm focusing on AWS cloud solutions.
• Strong AWS architecture, implementation best practices, and cloud infra knowledge.
• Experience leading CXO-level workshops and executive discussions.
• Proven ability to drive growth through strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communicator, able to translate complex tech for diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the AWS practice.
• Establish and maintain strategic AWS partnerships for North America.
• Collaborate with LATAM leaders to align US AWS efforts.
• Drive business development, client engagement, and proposal development.
• Build joint pipeline with AWS for current and new clients.
• Act as SME on AWS; stay current with platform updates and trends.
• Lead cross-functional teams with sales, marketing, and delivery.
• Provide thought leadership through publications, speaking, conferences.

Skills

AWS leadership

Client engagement

CXO level workshops

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AWS Certification

Snowflake

Databricks

OpenAI

Anthropic

Job description

BLEND360 is an acclaimed, forward-thinking Data, Digital Marketing, & AI Solutions Company, dedicated to fueling remarkable outcomes for our Fortune 500 clients. Our trajectory is one of continuous expansion,emergingat the crossroads ofcutting-edgeanalytics, dataproficiency, technology, and digital marketing excellence.

As the VP, AWS NA Practice Lead, you will be at the forefront of our AWS platform strategy in NorthAmerica,driving its adoption and implementation across our client engagements. Your role is pivotal in shaping and executing our AWS practice roadmap, ensuring it aligns with industry trends and client needs.

Job Description

Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for our AWS practice, creating frameworks, solutions, accelerators and templates for delivery efficiency,automationand value

Establish andmaintainstrategic partnership with AWSfor North America

Work with our LATAM AWS leaders to bring relationship alignment and best practices to the US

Drive business development efforts related to AWS, including client engagement, solution design, and proposal development

Drive alignment with AWS to develop joint pipeline on current and new clients.

Act as a subject matter expert on AWS, staying current with platform updates, best practices, and emerging trends(broker to technical experts at Blend as needed)

Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to drive growth and client satisfaction within the AWS practice

Provide thought leadership through industry publications, speaking engagements, and participation in conferences

Qualifications

Proven experience in a leadership role within a consulting firm, specializing in AWS cloud solutions(ideally for Data/AI projects)

Strong understanding of AWS architecture, implementation best practices, and cloud infrastructure concepts

Experience leading content rich workshops and discussions with CXO level stakeholders focused on industry trends, POVs on specific problem areas, innovations, etc.

Track recordof driving business growth through strategic initiatives, client relationship management, and solution innovation

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred

Certifications in AWS and relevant cloud platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, OpenAI, Anthropic) are a plus

Additional Information

The starting pay range for this role is $275,000 - $325,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, training, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range and determining factors for compensation are considered for each individual circumstance. BLEND360 also offers a competitive benefits program to meet the health and financial well-being of our team and their families. You can look forward to a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, and EAPs.