VP, AWS NA Practice Lead

Blend360•Columbia, MD

5h•$275,000 - $325,000

About The Position

The VP, AWS NA Practice Lead will lead BLEND360’s AWS platform strategy in North America, driving adoption and implementation across client engagements. This leader will shape and execute the AWS practice roadmap in alignment with industry trends and client needs, develop delivery frameworks and solutions, and build the AWS partnership and business pipeline. The role also provides AWS subject-matter expertise and collaborates with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to grow the practice and support client satisfaction.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience 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 about industry trends, points of view on specific problem areas, and innovation.
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 preferred.
Certifications in AWS and relevant cloud platforms such as 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 bring best practices to 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.
Serve as an AWS subject-matter expert, keeping current with platform updates, best practices, and emerging trends, and connecting Blend 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.