FAQs
What is the primary role of a Solutions Architect at AWS?
The primary role of a Solutions Architect at AWS is to partner with the sales team to design solutions for customers, drive AWS adoption, and ensure the success of implementation projects.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A technical degree is required, with a background in Computer Science or Mathematics highly desired. AWS Certification, such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate, is also highly preferred.
Is customer-facing experience necessary for this role?
Yes, experience in a customer-facing role, particularly with software or technology, is essential for this position.
What languages are required for this position?
Fluency in both Italian and English is essential for this position.
What are the key responsibilities of a Solutions Architect at AWS?
Key responsibilities include owning technical engagements, developing expertise in AWS technologies, driving discussions with senior personnel, scoping customer engagements, ensuring timely delivery of value, and capturing best-practice knowledge.
Is prior experience with cloud technologies essential?
Yes, experience with "on-premise to cloud" migrations, IT transformations, and architecting/operating solutions built on AWS is important for this role.
What sort of training and support does AWS provide for new Solutions Architects?
AWS provides a ramp-up program that includes self-paced learning, instructor-led training, hands-on projects, job shadowing opportunities, and a peer-reviewed opportunity to demonstrate knowledge.
How does AWS promote a diverse and inclusive workforce?
AWS believes that employing a diverse workforce is central to success and makes recruiting decisions based on experience and skills while valuing passion for discovery, invention, simplification, and building.
What kind of solutions do Solutions Architects need to be familiar with?
Solutions Architects should be familiar with AWS services such as Amazon Bedrock, Amazon Q, Amazon SageMaker, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon S3, Amazon EC2, and Amazon SQS, among others.
What is the cultural environment like at AWS?
The AWS culture is inclusive, empowering employees (referred to as Amazonians) to deliver the best results for customers and support individual needs, including workplace accommodations for disabilities.