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Posted date: Nov 13, 2024
Location: Austin, TX
Estimated salary: $115,950
Range: $71,600 - $160,300
Description
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Training & Certification team is seeking an experienced AWS technical trainer or technical architect to advise on the technical accuracy and clarity of assessments that will prepare candidates taking AWS Certification exams.The Exam Prep team is part of the AWS digital training business, creating content for AWS Skill Builder. We use the Amazon working backwards process to build innovative learning experiences. Our global customers are Enterprises, Partners, SMBs, Startups, and individual learners. To meet our customer needs we are creating exam preparation products that deliver impactful, hands-on learning experiences. We are looking for innovative ways to help our customers to successfully and confidently prepare for AWS Certification exams. Exam Preparation digital courses are highly technical digital learning courses that can be accessed 24x7 with self-paced labs. This role gives the opportunity to learn, to teach, and to play at the same time as you develop training.
The qualified candidate will have experience designing and developing hands-on labs for the AWS platform, excellent writing skills, a deep technical knowledge of IT domains and the ability to provide analysis of learning materials from a technical perspective. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have technical documentation experience. Above all, you will have a passion for learning and contributing to team and customer success.
This position is open to candidates located near AWS offices in Arlington, VA, Seattle, WA, Herndon, VA, and Austin, TX.
Key job responsibilities
* Dive deep into AWS technologies, such as AI/ML, Security, Networking, High Performance Computing, Storage, Databases, Enterprise Applications, Migration Strategies or other solutions areas to understand the services and develop effective training for our customers.
* Design, develop, and build a cohesive set of real-world, scenario-based labs and simulations to reinforce the learning objectives for AWS courseware by offering hands-on learning for students.
* Determine services and features to be included in each course based on each AWS Certification exam guide.
* Participate in course design sessions to identify training needs and collaborate with subject matter experts across AWS to build technically accurate labs that meets the learning objectives.
* Assist in technical and peer review of Exam Prep digital course content and assessments.
* Build relationships with AWS Certification Technical Architect team to understand how to best prepare candidates for actual AWS Certifications.
* Some travel required, primarily for event support and training (5%).
A day in the life
This role gives the opportunity to learn, to teach, and to play at the same time as you develop labs to help learners prepare for certification exams with confidence. The Technical Lab Developer will work with Curriculum Developers, the Assessment Technical Architect, Assessment Development Program Managers, subject matter experts, and the Game-Based Learning team.
About the team
AWS Exam Preparation's mission is to efficiently and effectively prepare learners to take AWS Certification exams confidently. We build content with intense rigor and standards that mirror the AWS Certifications to make sure that learners reach their goals. We review and evaluate learner progress and preparedness through a series of mechanisms that maintain high customer satisfaction. We strive to create content that meets every learner’s needs. The team’s vision is “to build innovative AWS Certification exam preparation plans that learners trust to be the best, help deepen their cloud skills, and create a legacy of success.”
Qualifications
- 1+ year of experience in software development, systems architecture, security or systems administration.- 1+ year prior experience designing, deploying, and operating Internet scale applications.
- Technical degree (e.g. Computer Science) or relevant work experience required.
Extended Qualifications
- At least two current AWS Certification (Associate, Professional, or Specialty)- Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as AWS CloudFormation and AWS CDK; knowledge and/or hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure services.
- Experience designing, developing, and delivering lab instructions.
- Professional experience building systems on Amazon Web Services.
- A demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with multiple teams and stakeholders.
- A demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly.
- Domain expertise in one or more of the following: AI/ML DevOps, security, systems administration, software development, cloud technology.
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $71,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $160,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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