VP, AWS NA Practice Lead

Blend360•Columbia, MD

13d

About The Position

BLEND360 is seeking a VP, AWS NA Practice Lead to lead its AWS platform strategy in North America and drive adoption and implementation across client engagements. The role will shape and execute the AWS practice roadmap in alignment with industry trends and client needs, while developing frameworks, solutions, accelerators, and templates that improve delivery efficiency, automation, and value. The position will establish and maintain BLEND360’s strategic partnership with AWS in North America and coordinate with LATAM AWS leaders to align relationships and share best practices. It will also drive AWS-related business development, including client engagement, solution design, proposal development, and joint pipeline development with AWS. The practice lead will collaborate with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to support growth and client satisfaction, serve as an AWS subject matter expert, and provide thought leadership through publications, speaking engagements, and conferences.

Requirements

Proven experience in a leadership role within a consulting firm specializing in AWS cloud solutions, ideally for Data/AI projects.
Strong understanding of AWS architecture, implementation best practices, and cloud infrastructure concepts.
Experience leading content-rich workshops and discussions with C-suite stakeholders on industry trends, perspectives on specific problem areas, and innovations.
Track record of driving business growth through strategic initiatives, client relationship management, and solution innovation.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Certifications in AWS and relevant cloud platforms, including Snowflake, Databricks, OpenAI, or Anthropic.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the AWS practice.
Create frameworks, solutions, accelerators, and templates to improve delivery efficiency, automation, and value.
Establish and maintain a strategic partnership with AWS for North America.
Work with LATAM AWS leaders to align relationships and share best practices with the United States.
Drive AWS-related business development, including client engagement, solution design, and proposal development.
Align with AWS to develop a joint pipeline across current and new clients.
Stay current with AWS platform updates, best practices, and emerging trends, and connect with BLEND360 technical experts as needed.
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to drive AWS practice growth and client satisfaction.
Provide thought leadership through industry publications, speaking engagements, and conference participation.