FAQs
What is the main purpose of the Sr. Solutions Architect role at AWS?
The main purpose of the Sr. Solutions Architect role is to help leading automotive and manufacturing companies design and implement cutting-edge generative AI solutions, partnering with customers to address their business challenges and architect tailored solutions using AWS services.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates should have experience in specific technology domain areas such as software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, and data & analytics, along with design, implementation, or consulting experience related to applications and infrastructures.
What technologies will I be working with in this position?
You will work with AWS services including Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Bedrock, and Amazon CodeWhisperer, among other cloud-native technologies.
Will I have the opportunity to mentor others in this role?
Yes, part of the role includes mentoring junior solutions architects and leading workshops, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and development.
What kind of customers will I be working with?
You will work with a diverse range of customers, from small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level customers in the automotive and manufacturing sectors, including public sector organizations.
Is there a strong focus on work-life balance at AWS?
Yes, AWS values work-life harmony and offers flexible work hours and arrangements as part of its culture, ensuring that success at work does not come at the expense of personal life.
How does AWS promote diversity and inclusion within the team?
AWS fosters a culture of inclusion through employee-led affinity groups, ongoing events, and learning experiences that celebrate and embrace differences, such as Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and gender diversity conferences.
What opportunities are there for career growth in this position?
You'll find numerous resources for knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career advancement to help you develop into a more well-rounded professional, as AWS is focused on raising its performance bar while also being committed to employee growth.
What is the significance of the technical relationship with customers in this role?
Owning the technical relationship means making recommendations on security, cost, performance, and best-practice architectures while advocating for the customer’s needs to inform and improve AWS services.
Is prior experience necessary for applying to this position?
While experience within the software development or Internet industries is preferred, AWS encourages diverse candidates to apply, even if they do not meet all the preferred qualifications.