Senior Solutions Architect, Alexa Connect Kit, Smart Home BDSA

Job Description

The Alexa Smart Home Business Development and Solution Architecture team is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to help third-party developers integrate their products and services with Alexa.

Requirements

• 8+ years of specific technology domain areas experience
• BA/BS degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience in computer architecture and embedded systems
• 5+ years of embedded development experience in C
• Knowledge of low-level drivers, interrupt service routines and general troubleshooting/debugging with hardware
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated effectiveness working across multiple business units to achieve results
• Track record for being detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to self-motivate and follow-through on projects
• Strong problem-solving skills; the ability to analyze problems and develop actionable and appropriate tactical plans quickly

Responsibilities

• Provide technical consultation to product and engineering teams at strategic partners to facilitate the integration of their devices with Alexa
• Educate partners of all sizes on the Alexa Connect Kit and participate in deep architectural discussions to ensure their devices are designed for successful launch
• Engage with ODMs, contract manufacturers, and factories to bring compelling Alexa Connect Kit enabled devices to customers worldwide
• Actively identify opportunities to deliver experiences that demonstrate what is possible on Amazon devices and services
• Developing unique, compelling and exciting presentations and demonstrations of new Amazon technologies
• Delivering persuasive, passionate, high impact, high quality presentations to senior decision makers
• Document best practices and create development resources that can be used by other developers

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)