AWS Solution Architect
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced AWS Solution Architect with 15+ years of comprehensive experience in AWS cloud infrastructure, data solutions, application development, modernization, and DevOps practices. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong pre-sales expertise and the ability to craft compelling Statements of Work (SOW) that drive business value.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture & Design
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Design and architect complex, scalable, and secure AWS cloud solutions that align with client business objectives and technical requirements
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Lead application modernization initiatives, including legacy system migration to cloud-native architectures
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Develop comprehensive architecture blueprints, technical documentation, and solution roadmaps
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Define best practices for cloud infrastructure, security, governance, and cost optimization
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Provide technical leadership across data engineering, application development, and DevOps domains
Pre-Sales & Client Engagement
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Act as the primary technical advisor during pre-sales cycles, engaging with C-level executives and technical stakeholders
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Conduct discovery sessions to understand client challenges and translate them into technical solutions
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Lead solution presentations, demos, and proof-of-concepts to showcase capabilities
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Provide technical expertise during RFP/RFI responses and proposal development
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Estimate effort, resources, and timelines for proposed solutions
SOW Development & Documentation
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Create detailed Statements of Work (SOW) that clearly define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria
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Document technical requirements, assumptions, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies
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Develop work breakdown structures and resource allocation plans
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Ensure alignment between technical solutions and commercial agreements
Technical Leadership
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Mentor and guide development teams on AWS best practices and architectural patterns
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Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
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Lead cloud migration assessments and develop migration strategies (6Rs framework)
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Stay current with AWS services, emerging technologies, and industry trends
Required Qualifications
Experience
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15+ years of total IT experience with at least 8-10 years focused on AWS cloud solutions
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Proven track record in pre-sales technical consulting and client-facing roles
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Extensive experience writing SOWs, technical proposals, and solution documentation
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Hands-on experience with application modernization and cloud migration projects
Technical Expertise
AWS Cloud Infrastructure:
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Deep expertise in AWS core services: EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, CloudFormation, Lambda, ECS/EKS
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Experience with AWS networking, security, and compliance frameworks
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Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK)
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Knowledge of AWS Well-Architected Framework principles
Data Solutions:
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Experience with AWS data services: RDS, DynamoDB, Redshift, EMR, Glue, Athena, Kinesis
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Understanding of data lakes, data warehouses, and analytics platforms
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Knowledge of data migration tools and strategies (DMS, DataSync, Snow family)
Application Development & Modernization:
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Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
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Knowledge of serverless architectures and event-driven design patterns
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Understanding of API design, integration patterns, and middleware solutions
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Familiarity with modern application frameworks and programming languages
DevOps & Automation:
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Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, AWS CodePipeline)
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Proficiency in configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
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Experience with monitoring and logging solutions (CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus)
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Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and automated security testing
Certifications Preferred
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
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Additional AWS certifications (DevOps Engineer, Security Specialty, Data Analytics, etc.)
Soft Skills
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Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
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Strong business acumen with ability to align technical solutions to business outcomes
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Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and navigate complex client environments
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Experience leading workshops, architecture reviews, and technical discussions
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Strong documentation and technical writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architecture
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Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and ESB/API management platforms
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Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
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Experience with cloud cost optimization and FinOps practices
