Senior Networking Solutions Architect, AWS Strategic Accounts

Are you passionate about cloud computing with a special focus on networking and distributed systems? Do you have a unique combination of deep technical knowledge, business acumen and strong interpersonal skills? Do you like helping organizational leaders think through how to architect and optimize networks in the AWS Cloud?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a networking solutions architect to work with some of our largest Strategic customers. At AWS, customer obsession is in our DNA. The successful candidate will become a trusted advisor to our customers and will work with AWS sales, business development, solutions architecture and product teams to develop the networking expertise needed to deliver results. In this vital role, you will help customers achieve their business goals on AWS by identifying and tackling major networking, performance, and resilience questions from stakeholders in areas such as network virtualization, software-defined networking, hybrid connectivity, and distributed application architecture. You will work directly with customer network engineering, infrastructure, and architecture teams to help them understand how to confidently use AWS at scale.Key job responsibilities- Work with AWS Strategic customers to convey cloud networking best practices, including hybrid connectivity, network virtualization, software-defined networking, and networking for hyperscale AI workloads- Provide subject matter expertise on networking topics including IPv4/IPv6 protocols, layer 2 technologies, MPLS, Ethernet, and distributed application architectures - Design and build working proof-of-concept architectures to tackle emerging networking challenges at enterprise scale - Develop technical content, such as white papers and reference architectures, that can be used by our customers to assist them in deploying performant and resilient cloud-based network solutions - Provide mentorship across AWS sales and solutions architecture teams regarding networking and connectivity to build skills in the field - Work with customers to better understand network integration models in the cloud, including multi-cloud and hybrid environments - Represent AWS at trade events by delivering presentations and workshopsAbout the teamDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.AWS Sales, Marketing, and Global Services (SMGS) is responsible for driving revenue, adoption, and growth from the largest and fastest growing small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level customers including public sector. The AWS Global Support team interacts with leading companies and believes that world-class support is critical to customer success. AWS Support also partners with a global list of customers that are building mission-critical applications on top of AWS services.The AWS Industries team is committed to helping industry customers enable their digital transformation journeys. Our primary goal is to meet customers where they are in their cloud journey and work backwards from their industry specific needs to transform their business and their entire industry. Our team speaks the language of our industry customers, which means that we focus on business outcomes and industry use cases on behalf of our customers, whether that is how we build products and solutions, how we sell, how we deliver, or how we partner.Basic qualifications- 8+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience- 3+ years of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience- 10+ years of IT development or implementation/consulting in the software or Internet industries experience- Knowledge of cloud architecture- 2+ years of working with or evaluating AI systems experiencePreferred qualification - Experience with AWS, networks and operating systems- Experience with large-scale, distributed applications- Experience in a customer-facing, sales-aligned role such as consultant, solutions engineer or solutions architect- AWS Certification, eg. AWS Solutions Architect Associate- Understanding of application, server, and network security is highly desired.- Previous experience in hands-on operational or engineering role- Strong verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations and virtual teams.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at .USA, CA, Santa Clara - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annuallyUSA, NY, New York - 169,000.00 - 228,600.00 USD annuallyUSA, TX, Dallas - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annuallyUSA, WA, Seattle - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually