About the Job
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Sales, Marketing, and Global Services (SMGS) is seeking a Solutions Architect to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is pivotal in driving revenue, adoption, and growth for various customers ranging from small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level clients. As a Solutions Architect, you will engage with our enterprise customers to craft effective cloud-based solutions that address their unique business challenges.
At AWS, we prioritize customer obsession and serve as trusted advisors, collaborating with sales, business development, and engineering teams to design scalable, flexible, and resilient cloud architectures. Your customer-facing skills will be essential in building strong relationships and driving discussions with senior personnel in customer organizations, while your technical proficiency will enable you to guide software developers and architects effectively.
As a trusted advocate for our customers, you will shape and execute strategies that promote the broad adoption of AWS services. You should have a proven history of connecting technology with tangible business value and the ability to think strategically about business, product, and technical challenges.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Develop and implement technical strategies alongside sales and business development teams to enhance relationships with enterprise customers.
- Ensure successful building and migration of applications, software, and services on the AWS platform.
- Partner with customers to develop scalable, flexible, and resilient cloud architectures tailored to solve business problems.
- Educate customers on AWS's value proposition, engaging in deep architectural discussions to ensure successful cloud deployments.
- Capture and share best practices within the AWS Solutions Architect community, contributing to customer-facing publications such as whitepapers and blogs.
A Day in the Life
You will work closely with account teams, specialists, and partners to deliver practical solutions that accelerate customer outcomes. Additionally, you will have access to numerous accreditation and educational opportunities provided by AWS to continually uplift your knowledge.
Basic Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in specific technology domains such as software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, or security.
- 2+ years of experience in design, implementation, or consulting of applications and infrastructures.
- 10+ years of experience in IT development or consulting within the software or internet industries.
- Fluency in English and Arabic.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in software development or internet-related industries.
- Experience in migrating or transforming legacy customer solutions to the cloud.
- Familiarity with AWS technologies from a dev/ops perspective.
At AWS, we value diverse experiences and encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of whether you meet all qualifications. We believe in work-life harmony and provide flexible work arrangements to ensure our employees feel supported both at work and at home. Our inclusive team culture promotes learning and curiosity, and we provide ample opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
