Cloud Solutions Architect

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Column Technical Services is hiring a skilled Cloud Solutions Architect to bridge the gap between technology and business outcomes. In this client-facing, pre-sales role, you'll be partnered with sales teams to craft innovative AWS solutions and support customers throughout their cloud transformation journey. If you are tech-savvy strategist passionate about cloud architecture and client success, apply today to start a conversation about this great opportunity in Chicago.
Please note: Candidates must reside in the Chicagoland area to accommodate occasional onsite meetings and team collaborations.
Responsibilities - Deliver pre-sales technical support to help advance opportunities through the sales pipeline- Collaborate with sales reps to qualify leads and design tailored technical strategies- Assist in managing sales operations including pipeline tracking and forecasting- Lead discovery sessions to identify customer objectives and architect aligned AWS solutions- Present cloud architecture proposals, technical demos, and cost breakdowns to prospective clients- Produce high-impact technical proposals and secure funding through AWS partner programs- Create detailed documentation: solution designs, statements of work, and implementation plans- Conduct Optimized Licensing Assessments (OLAs) across platforms such as VMware, Microsoft, Oracle, and storage systems- Perform migration readiness reviews and portfolio analysis to define transformation roadmaps- Support modernization initiatives by identifying opportunities for containerization and serverless infrastructure- Coordinate with AWS account teams to ensure architectural alignment with the AWS Well-Architected Framework- Guide seamless hand-offs to engineering teams through thorough knowledge transfers- Cultivate strong relationships with technical stakeholders at all organizational levels from engineers to C-suite executives- Stay up to date on the latest AWS service offerings and cloud industry developments- Represent Company at local tech events and industry activities
Qualifications & Education - 5+ years in technical consulting, solutions architecture, or related roles- 3+ years of practical experience working with AWS services and cloud architecture- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline- AWS Associate-level certification (Solutions Architect, Developer, or SysOps) required- Additional AWS certifications are a plus- History of successful technical pre-sales engagements and solution design- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical details into business value- Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code, container platforms, and modern app frameworks- Rapid adaptability to new technologies and ability to connect tech capabilities with business needs- Experience working in agile teams and remote-first environments- Knowledge of distributed systems design and enterprise architecture patterns- Solid understanding of cloud security, compliance requirements, and cost optimization strategies

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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