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Experienced Principal Solutions Architect – Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems Expert for Amazon Web Services (AWS) Remote Full-Time Opportunity at $27/Hour

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Our Team

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a leading cloud computing platform that provides a wide range of services for computing, storage, databases, analytics, machine learning, and more. Our team at AWS is dedicated to helping organizations of all sizes and industries to innovate, reduce costs, and increase efficiency by leveraging the power of cloud computing. We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Solutions Architect to join our team and help drive the adoption of AWS services among our clients, particularly in the United Nations (UN) sector.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

As a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS, you will play a critical role in helping our clients to design, deploy, and manage their cloud-based systems and applications. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with our clients to understand their business and technical requirements, and to provide them with expert guidance and support to help them to achieve their goals. You will be responsible for owning the technical relationship with our clients, and for working with them to identify and prioritize their needs, and to develop and implement solutions that meet those needs.

  • Key Responsibilities:
    • Own the technical relationship with our clients, and work with them to identify and prioritize their needs
    • Provide expert guidance and support to our clients to help them to design, deploy, and manage their cloud-based systems and applications
    • Work closely with our clients to understand their business and technical requirements, and to develop and implement solutions that meet those needs
    • Engage with business leaders, technologists, developers, and professionals at our UN clients to help them to solve problems and gain insights using the latest technologies and techniques
    • Help our clients to envision the art of the possible, accelerate their projects, and recommend best-practice models that align with their business outcomes
    • Participate in and lead deep-dive education and technology design activities to create world-class, Well-Architected solutions for UN organizations and the AWS partners who work with them
    • Advocate on behalf of our clients to help drive continuous improvements to the AWS platform and to influence the product roadmap
    • Support other members of the account team and help bid teams to review technical responses to proposals
    • Collaborate and support broader AWS teams, Professional Services, and AWS Partners to deliver maximum value to our clients

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong technical background, with experience in cloud computing, distributed systems, and software development. You will also need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

  • Essential Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
    • Experience with cloud computing, distributed systems, and software development
    • Ability to think strategically and creatively, with a strong understanding of business and technical requirements
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

In addition to the essential qualifications and skills, we are looking for candidates who have experience with AWS services, including AWS Solutions Architect certification or equivalent. You should also have a strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, and experience with designing and building highly available, scalable, and secure systems.

  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience with AWS services, including AWS Solutions Architect certification or equivalent
    • Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, and experience with designing and building highly available, scalable, and secure systems
    • Experience with distributed web-scale web or mobile applications, Serverless, Big Data, analytics, AI, enterprise jobs (SAP, VMware, Windows, etc.), high-performance databases (SQL or NoSQL), complex networking implementations, and highly secure environments
    • Strong understanding of security and compliance, with experience with designing and implementing secure systems and applications

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At AWS, we are committed to helping our employees to grow and develop their careers. As a Principal Solutions Architect, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients and technologies, and to develop your skills and expertise in cloud computing, distributed systems, and software development. You will also have access to a range of training and development programs, including AWS certification and training courses, and the opportunity to attend industry conferences and events.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At AWS, we are passionate about innovation, customer obsession, and ownership. We are a dynamic and fast-paced company, with a strong culture of collaboration, teamwork, and continuous learning. As a Principal Solutions Architect, you will be part of a talented and dedicated team, with the opportunity to make a real impact on our clients and our business.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We also offer a range of perks and benefits, including access to AWS services and products, and the opportunity to attend industry conferences and events.

Conclusion and Call to Action

If you are a motivated and talented individual who is passionate about cloud computing, distributed systems, and software development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Principal Solutions Architect at AWS, you will have the chance to work with a wide range of clients and technologies, and to develop your skills and expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Don't hesitate to apply – we look forward to hearing from you!

Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement. We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today!

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