Sr Solutions Architect, BDT

Are you passionate about solving complex technical challenges at the intersection of innovation and impact Join Amazons Business Data Technologies (BDT) organization as a Solutions Architect where youll serve as the critical technical bridge between the teams building Amazons data platform and the internal teams transforming how they leverage this role youll apply your expertise in large-scale data systems architecture and cross-functional technical communication to guide internal customers through their most challenging data initiatives.

Youll lead architecture reviews for interconnected systems translate complex technical concepts for multiple audiences simultaneously and identify friction points across consultation patterns to drive systemic improvements. Working directly with internal Amazon teams youll combine deep technical knowledge with strategic thinking to accelerate data lake adoption modernize legacy platforms and architect scalable solutions that unlock business value across the organization.

Key job responsibilities
Lead architecture reviews and provide technical guidance for large-scale data systems evaluating design choices identifying scalability bottlenecks security considerations and performance optimization opportunities while ensuring solutions are extensible and aligned with best practices.

Define and validate technical and business requirements for interconnected complex systems by working closely with internal Amazon teams to understand their data platform needs and architect solutions that address both immediate challenges and long-term business outcomes.

Deliver clear compelling written technical communication that resonates across multiple audiences simultaneously creating reusable content such as architecture patterns onboarding documentation and technical guidance that educates teams on data platform capabilities and best practices.

Drive root cause analysis of recurring friction points identified through consultation patterns aggregating evidence across customer interactions to identify systemic issues and partner with product and engineering teams to translate feedback into actionable improvements.

Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with key internal customers providing ongoing architecture guidance migration support from legacy platforms and strategic counsel that helps teams achieve their goals with Amazons data lake technologies

A day in the life
Your day begins by triaging consultation requests that arrive through the teams ticket intake system where youll be assigned to new architecture challenges through round-robin distribution. Youll dive deep into a teams data architecture reviewing their requirements for a large-scale migration off a legacy platform and crafting recommendations that balance immediate needs with long-term scalability. Between consultations youll check in with established customers youve built relationships with helping them navigate obstacles in their ongoing data lake initiatives and celebrating wins as they achieve key milestones with your guidance.

About the team
Youll join a tight-knit team of four Solutions Architects who serve as the technical connective tissue between Amazons data platform builders and the diverse internal teams who depend on it. The teams mission is clear: accelerate data platform adoption across Amazon by providing architecture guidance onboarding support and expert migration assistance.

This team thrives on collaboration and knowledge sharing working together to identify patterns across consultations and continuously improving how Amazon teams leverage data infrastructure. Youll be part of a culture that values technical depth clear communication and the satisfaction of removing blockers that help internal customers succeed with their most critical data initiatives.

- 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
- Experience working with or having knowledge of cloud computing and existing cloud technologies
- Can communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

- 5 years of infrastructure architecture database architecture and networking experience
- Experience working with end user or developer communities
- Knowledge of AWS services market segments customer base and industry verticals
- Knowledge of cloud architecture
- Experience architecting/operating solutions built on AWS or experience implementing a cloud-based technology solution
- Experience establishing credibility quickly with senior level executives across organizations

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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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 MI Detroit - 153600.00 - 207800.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 153600.00 - 207800.00 USD annually