Senior Solutions Architect
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled cloud architects grew significantly in recent years, with a focus on scalable and secure solutions. As the tech industry continues to evolve, companies like Automat-it are at the forefront, driving innovation and growth. With the cloud market projected to reach new heights, professionals with expertise in AWS and DevOps are in high demand. This role offers a unique chance to work with a dynamic team, shaping the future of tech. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and trends, as well as the need for excellent communication skills to succeed in this role.
Job Description
About the Role
Automat-it is a leading provider of hands-on DevOps and FinOps support, driving real results for high-growth startups. As a Senior Solutions Architect, you will be a key member of the pre-sales process, working directly with global startup customers and cross-functioning with account executives to develop AWS solutions. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing solutions to meet business requirements, creating cost-efficient, highly available, and scalable solutions for customers.The role entails collaborating with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure solutions are designed and developed according to best practices. You will also have the opportunity to share your knowledge with customers and the cloud community through public speaking engagements. With a strong focus on innovation and growth, Automat-it is committed to fostering a workplace that promotes equal opportunities for all.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and implement solutions to meet business requirements, creating cost-efficient, highly available, and scalable solutions for customers
- Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure solutions are designed and developed according to best practices
- Research and analyze current solutions and initiate improvement plans
- Develop AWS solutions for global startup customers, including Well-Architected reviews and SoW
- Work directly with account executives to develop AWS solutions for customers
- Share your knowledge with customers and the cloud community through public speaking engagements
- Participate in frequent travels, both locally and abroad, to meet with customers and partners, and attend local events
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions are designed and developed according to best practices
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and knowledge bases
What We Are Looking For
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in an AWS environment, including implementation, migration, and maintenance, designing solutions end-to-end
- 2+ years of experience in technical customer-facing roles, such as Customer Engineering, SRE, Cloud Architect, or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in an IT environment, including hands-on experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevOps tools
- Proven experience in a production environment, developing software with either Python, Go, Java, or equivalents
- In-depth knowledge of AWS's main services, with an emphasis on Kubernetes and Containers
- Successfully designed DevOps and Infrastructure for high-scale production environments in AWS
- Understanding of Information Security best practices
- Certified AWS Solutions Architect - Associate, or a specialty certification
Nice to Have
- Experience with FinOps and cost optimization in AWS
- Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts
- Experience with agile development methodologies
Benefits and Perks
- Professional training and certifications covered by the company, including AWS, FinOps, and Kubernetes
- International work environment with a dynamic team
- Referral program with bonuses for successful referrals
- Company events and social gatherings, including happy hours and team events
- English classes and soft skills training
- Country-specific benefits will be discussed during the hiring process
- Opportunity to work with a leading provider of DevOps and FinOps support, driving real results for high-growth startups
How to Stand Out
- To stand out in this role, focus on developing a strong understanding of AWS and DevOps, and be prepared to share your knowledge with customers and the cloud community.
- Make sure to highlight your experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevOps tools in your resume and cover letter.
- Be prepared to discuss your approach to designing and implementing scalable and secure solutions in AWS.
- Showcasing your ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders is crucial in this role.
- Research the company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the team's success.
- Consider including examples of your public speaking engagements or technical writing experience to demonstrate your ability to share your knowledge with the cloud community.
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