Sr. Solutions Architect, AWS Industries - Media, Entertainment, Games & Sports (MEGS)

Company: Amazon
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to join our Media, Entertainment, Games & Sports (MEGS) Industry Business Unit. In this role you will be a trusted technical advisor to the global studios of one of the largest entertainment companies as part of the account team. You will be responsible for educating customers, partners, and internal stakeholders on emerging technologies and solutions that are transforming the M&E, Games, and Sports industries. You'll provide hands-on architectural guidance and design technical solutions that include AWS services, open-source, and Independent Software Vendor (ISV)/partners. You'll work with customers remotely and in person, sharing your expertise and insights. This role involves domestic and potential international travel. About AWS Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud. Key job responsibilities * Architect and deliver innovative, customer-obsessed solutions leveraging AWS services and partner offerings. * Foster strategic partnerships with key industry players, driving thought leadership and shaping industry trends. * Create high-quality enablement content, including guidance, blogs, demos, POCs, and presentations. * Engage with customers, partners, and industry events to inspire and educate on the transformative potential of AWS solutions. * Deliver written and spoken communications on complex ad-technology/content monetization subjects and establish AWS as the public cloud of choice for industry organizations looking to accelerate revenue growth and improve return on assets. About the team The AWS Industries team is committed to helping industry customers enable their digital transformation journeys. Our primary goal is to meet customers where they are in their cloud journey and work backwards from their industry specific needs to transform their business and their entire industry. Our team speaks the language of our industry customers, which means that we focus on business outcomes and industry use cases on behalf of our customers, whether that is how we build products and solutions, how we sell, how we deliver, or how we partner. - 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 - 5 years of infrastructure architecture, database architecture and networking experience - Experience working with end user or developer communities - 3 years of solving problems with technology in the Media & Entertainment Industry experience Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, CA, Santa Monica - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually

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