Senior Solutions Architect - Cloud Transformation & Innovation

NOVA is an AWS Advanced Partner driving digital transformation for enterprises across
North America. We specialize in cloud migration, modernization, and emerging solutions
including GenAI implementations. Through our VMware Freedom initiative, we help
companies navigate infrastructure transformations while adopting AWS innovations to
drive business value and reduce licensing costs.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to lead enterprise cloud transformation
projects. With many organizations reassessing their VMware investments following recent
market changes, this role combines infrastructure migration expertise with the opportunity
to implement modern cloud solutions and explore emerging technologies like GenAI. You'll
work directly with enterprise clients to design and implement practical solutions that meet
both immediate migration needs and long-term innovation goals.

Key Responsibilities:
• Solution Architecture & Design
• Design cloud solutions using core AWS services for compute, storage, networking, and security
• Develop cloud migration strategies with a focus on VMware to AWS transformations
• Create architectural documentation and technical roadmaps
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AWS services based on customer requirements
• Support GenAI and ML initiatives as the practice develops

• Migration & Implementation
• Lead VMware to AWS migration projects from assessment through execution
• Perform discovery of VMware environments and design target AWS architectures
• Develop wave plans and migration strategies for application portfolios
• Execute migrations using AWS Application Migration Service and related tools
• Support database migrations and application modernization efforts

• Customer Engagement
• Participate in customer workshops and technical discovery sessions
• Present solutions and recommendations to technical and business stakeholders
• Serve as technical point of contact throughout project lifecycle
• Document requirements and translate business needs into technical designs
• Build trusted relationships with customer technical teams

• Team Collaboration
• Collaborate with project managers and delivery teams
• Share knowledge and best practices with team members
• Contribute to internal documentation and runbooks
• Support pre-sales activities as needed
• Participate in continuous learning and certification programs

Required Qualifications:
• Experience
• 5+ years in IT infrastructure, cloud architecture, or related field
• 2+ years hands-on experience with AWS services
• Experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, vCenter) and virtualization concepts
• At least 2 completed VMware to AWS migration projects (or similar cloud migrations)
• Understanding of enterprise applications and their dependencies

• Technical Skills
• Working knowledge of core AWS services (EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM)
• Basic understanding of Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation or Terraform)
• Familiarity with migration tools (AWS Application Migration Service, Discovery tools)
• Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancing)
• Basic scripting abilities (Python, PowerShell, or Bash)
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems

• Certifications
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (Required)
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (Preferred, or willingness to obtain within 6 months)

• Professional Skills
• Good communication skills for technical and business audiences
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Customer-focused approach
• Willingness to learn new technologies

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with AWS Transform for VMware migrations
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with AI-powered migration tools and automation
• Experience with application modernization or containerization
• Exposure to GenAI/ML services (Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker)
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud environments
• Additional AWS certifications

• Nice to Have
• Hands-on experience with AWS Transform's automated discovery and wave planning capabilities
• Knowledge of other migration accelerators (Matilda Cloud, Migration Evaluator)
• Experience with dependency mapping and automated migration tools
• Familiarity with AWS Migration Hub and related services

What We Offer
• Competitive Salary: (based on experience)
• Benefits: Full health, dental, and vision coverage
• Professional Development: Training budget and certification support
• Career Growth: Clear advancement path with mentorship
• Learning Environment: Access to AWS resources and sandbox environments

Core Technologies
• AWS Services: EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudFormation
• Migration Tools: AWS Application Migration Service, Database Migration Service, AWS Transform (preferred)
• VMware Stack: vSphere, vCenter, ESXi
• Automation: Terraform, CloudFormation, PowerShell, Python
• Monitoring: CloudWatch, Systems Manager

Growth Opportunities
• Build expertise in emerging technologies (GenAI, ML, IoT)
• Gain experience with cutting-edge migration tools like AWS Transform
• Develop specialization in specific industries or technical domains
• Progress to Principal Architect or Practice Lead roles
• Opportunity to shape and build our migration practice

Success Indicators
• Successfully complete 3-4 migration projects in first year
• Achieve AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification
• Maintain positive customer feedback
• Contribute to team knowledge base and best practices
• Support business development efforts

What Makes You Successful
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for cloud technologies
• Practical approach to problem-solving
• Ability to balance technical excellence with business needs
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Team player who shares knowledge freely
• Comfort with ambiguity and changing requirements

Why Join NOVA?
This is an opportunity to join a growing AWS practice at an exciting time. With our VMware
Freedom initiative and increasing demand for cloud transformation, you'll work on
meaningful projects that directly impact enterprise clients. We invest in our people through
training, mentorship, and hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, including
AI-powered migration tools. If you're looking to grow your cloud architecture career while
working with a supportive team, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Statement
NOVA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive
team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender,
age, religion, identity, or experience.