Cloud Architect, AWS

Softchoice – Cloud Architect, AWS Why You’ll Love Softchoice We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people. The Impact You Will Have It has never been more critical for our customers to expand their Cloud footprint and take advantage of the latest innovations Cloud has to offer. You have an opportunity to use your consultative skills and subject matter expertise to help our customers explore and adopt AWS Cloud solutions that accelerate their business. We are a technology company that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their employees to be productive, creative, and happier at work. By moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology portfolio, we create success faster and in circumstances otherwise not possible. Cloud Architect, AWS is responsible for guiding our customers through their Cloud transformational journey to Amazon Web Services. You will work with traditional datacenters, Hybrid Cloud environments, and advanced Cloud solutions. Working alongside a team of sales professionals at Softchoice, you play a vital role in architecting solutions to accelerate our customers’ transition to the cloud. As an ambassador of the Softchoice brand, you will represent our value as one of North America’s top solutions providers by unlocking our customers' potential. What You’ll Do Collaborate with AWS Account Executives, AWS Presales Specialists, and other AWS Cloud Architects to support our customers with their journeys to AWS. Act as a bridge between our sales team and our customers, sharing up-to-date insights on the latest productivity solutions from Amazon. Formulate solid approaches to address business challenges and outcomes, present and host workshops and proposal reviews with business leaders, and translate technical jargon into layman’s language to meet business outcomes. Confidently challenge customers by using your skills, insight, and experience to help them see what it takes to do the right things versus simply doing things right. Create an excellent experience for our customers and your internal stakeholders with responsive and adaptable communication skills that foster a collaborative environment. Document the agreed-upon solution through well-written, thoughtful, and detailed statements of work. What You’ll Bring To The Table AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate is a requirement. Technical background with 3+ years of industry experience or its equivalent. You experience great delight in empowering organizations with the technology they want and need to grow their business. You have a knack for guiding people to the right solution to satisfy their business outcomes. You are always curious about new technologies and how they impact our customers’ business. You take great pride in your (internal/external) customer experience and are known as being responsive, collaborative and a trusted advisor. You make people feel heard and important regardless of their rank through your inclusive communication skills, whether written or verbal. Cloud and Infrastructure Skillset Landing Zone with Control Tower Migrations App Modernization Business transformation concepts and strategies Cloud security Governance General computing concepts (IaaS and PaaS) Development & DevOps concept Traditional datacenter computing (conceptual knowledge) Formal sales training or Account Management experience is an asset. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred. Experience in services pre‑sales is a plus. Not Sure If You Qualify? Think About Applying Anyway We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply. Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employment We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Require Accommodation? We Are Ready to Help We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to asktalentacquisition@softchoice.com. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs. Our Commitment To Your Experience We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same. Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references. When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. It’s quick, simple and you’ll be connected with your new team in no time. Job Requisition ID: 7005 EoE/Vet/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr