AWS Senior Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SME

As the AWS Senior Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SME, and Tech Lead, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and managing the foundational infrastructure on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. This role requires expertise in AWS architecture, pre-sales technical proposal development, and service delivery across various domains, including AWS Infrastructure, Enterprise Application Hosting, Migrations, Managed Services, Technical Support, and Security.

You will lead a team of skilled professionals, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of cloud-based infrastructures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support technological growth and innovation.

During project delivery, you will oversee technical teams, ensuring alignment with AWS standards and best practices to drive successful project execution.

RequirementsEducation & Certifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• AWS certifications such as:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
  • AWS Certified Security/Networking Specialty (or equivalent).

Experience & Technical Skills

• 15+ years of relevant experience in cloud architecture, infrastructure design, and technical leadership.
• Extensive experience in AWS infrastructure design, deployment, and management.
• Strong understanding of on-premises data centers, cloud architecture principles, and infrastructure best practices.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like AWS CloudFormation, Terraform.
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong background in security, compliance, and AWS Well-Architected Framework.
• Experience with cloud cost optimization, performance tuning, and scalability strategies.
• Pre-sales experience with a strong understanding of proposal development and client engagement.
• Experience in technical support, training, and capacity building.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and guiding teams of infrastructure professionals.

Responsibilities1. Solution Architecture & Design

• Design and implement enterprise-grade cloud-based solutions on AWS.
• Create technical proposals, architecture diagrams, and high/low-level designs.
• Ensure alignment with AWS Well-Architected Framework, security, and compliance standards.
• Optimize AWS solutions for cost efficiency, scalability, and performance.

2. Technical Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a team of solution architects and cloud engineers.
• Provide technical mentorship, guidance, and best practice recommendations.
• Stay updated with AWS advancements and ensure team adoption of latest AWS services and tools.

3. Customer Engagement & Pre-Sales Support

• Work with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into AWS solutions.
• Conduct technical presentations, demonstrations, and proof-of-concept (PoC) sessions.
• Support sales teams by preparing and delivering technical proposals and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• Position AWS solutions effectively against competitors in cloud architecture and migration.

4. Project Delivery & Implementation

• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of AWS resources.
• Ensure adherence to AWS security best practices, compliance frameworks, and governance policies.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation/Terraform for automation.
• Drive DevOps adoption and streamline operational processes.

5. Security, Compliance & Risk Management

• Implement security best practices across AWS infrastructure.
• Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Ensure disaster recovery and business continuity planning for AWS workloads.

6. Cost Optimization & Performance Tuning

• Monitor AWS usage and optimize resources to reduce operational costs.
• Implement best practices to enhance performance and scalability.
• Conduct periodic architecture reviews to improve system efficiency.

7. Knowledge Sharing & Training

• Conduct workshops, training sessions, and technical knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Encourage team members to pursue AWS certifications and skill enhancement.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation, SOPs, and best practices guides.

8. Vendor & Partner Collaboration

• Establish and manage relationships with AWS representatives and technology partners.
• Stay updated on AWS product roadmaps and upcoming feature releases.