AWS Solutions Architect Location: Hybrid 1 day a week in Solihull (first 3 months will be 2/3 days in office) Salary: Up to £100k for the right person Our client a leading Proptech start-up is looking for 2 x AWS solutions Architects. The person will ideally have come from a small team, have been in a hands on position as opposed to have worked for large organisations due to the difference in the way they operate. This position offers a unique blend of professional growth, collaborative culture, and cutting-edge technology. As an AWS Solutions Architect, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing robust cloud solutions, ensuring the resilience and efficiency of architectural practices. Role Responsibilities: - Enhance the resilience and redundancy of current architecture. - Provide architectural design and support to engineering teams, adhering to best practices. - Implement improvements to both current and proposed architectural practices. - Develop, publish, and promote architectural policies and standards. - Ensure compliance with IT strategy, policies, and standards across all projects. - Document architectural designs and decisions for project work. - Support and guide software engineers in implementing cloud best practices. Skills & Experience Required: - Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with all business stakeholders. - In-depth knowledge of AWS network, core, and serverless services (AWS certifications preferred). - Understanding of the Well Architected Framework and security infrastructure best practices. - Hands-on experience in architecting, designing, and developing cloud solutions. - Strong grasp of architectural patterns. - Ability to translate business requirements to development teams and interpret technical feedback. Your Journey to Success: - Within 1 Month: Familiarise yourself with AWS services and existing architectures, participate in initial solution designs, and integrate with engineering teams. - Within 3 Months: Embed into the Desktop Development team, take on significant project roles, and contribute to documentation and best practices. - Within 6 Months: Lead larger-scale projects, contribute to strategic planning for AWS adoption, and deepen your AWS expertise. Why This Role Stands Out: - Flexible Working Policy: Enjoy a hybrid work model (2/3 days a week for first 3 months then down to 1 day a week in office) - Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including a 5.5% employer pension contribution, 20 days of annual leave (plus your birthday off), and additional days for each year worked, capped at 24 days. - Health & Wellbeing: Access to Gym Flex, annual flu vaccinations, and other health benefits. - Professional Development: Formal and in-house training, plus access to Go1 – the world's largest online learning library. - Social & Community Events: Regular local and company-wide social events, including Tucker Thursday – gourmet cuisine delivered monthly. - Retail Benefits: Participate in retail benefits and savings through our partner, Benni