Automotive Partner Solutions Architect, Partner & Industry Specialists
Amazon · Detroit, MI · Solutions Architect
senior
software engineering
Solutions Architect
ic
· Posted Jul 6, 2026
$176,600 – $239,000
USD per year
About this role
Amazon is hiring a senior-level Solutions Architect in the software engineering function based in Detroit, MI. The posting calls out experience with AWS, LLMs, Linux, DevOps. Compensation is listed at $176,600–$239,000 per year.
- Role
- Solutions Architect
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Detroit, MI
- Department
- Solutions Architect
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
AI Summary
Senior Partner Solutions Architect for AWS Automotive division, defining reference architectures and proof-of-concepts for vehicle software, autonomous systems, and digital customer experience. Requires deep technical expertise in real-time operating systems, automotive networking, electrical architecture, or cloud-native software. Shape industry strategy across AWS Partner Network and evangelize solutions globally.
Job description
from Amazon careersAmazon Web Services (AWS) is looking for a Senior Partner Solutions Architect (PSA) with deep domain expertise in the Automotive industry — specifically within Software-Defined Vehicles, AV/ADAS, In-vehicle Agents, or Digital Customer Experience.
As an Automotive PSA, you will shape our industry solution strategy across the AWS Partner Network, working with consulting and technology partners to develop repeatable solutions that address line-of-business use cases for Automotive customers. This is a US-based role with global influence — you will publish proven partner solutions across Go-to-Market channels and evangelize them with customers worldwide.
The ideal candidate will possess technical depth in vehicle engineering and/or systems engineering — specifically in at least one of the following areas: real-time operating systems (QNX, Android Automotive, Linux), automotive networking (CAN, Ethernet), Electrical/Electronic architecture, simulation and Physical AI, or cloud-native software architecture.
Key job responsibilities
• Define and publish repeatable reference architectures, whitepapers, solution briefs, and technical content for Automotive partner solutions
• Conduct architecture reviews and build proof-of-concept implementations to validate partner solutions on AWS
• Partner with Account SAs, Sales, Business Development, and service teams to accelerate customer adoption through enablement, architecture guidance, and workshops
• Build executive and senior management relationships within partner organizations as a trusted technical advisor
• Establish AWS as the preferred cloud platform for Automotive architectures, solutions, and services
• Enable pipeline generation by delivering technical workshops and solution demos to Automotive prospects alongside partners
• Evangelize partners' value proposition internally across AWS and externally with customers
• Capture and share best-practice knowledge with the broader Solutions Architect community
• Share customer and partner feedback with internal product and engineering teams to influence the AWS roadmap
About the team
AWS partners for Automotive include the largest systems integrators, leading automotive ISVs, and innovative startups building on AWS. Our customers — OEMs, tier-1 suppliers, and mobility companies — are developing solutions across SDV, ADAS, Product Engineering, EV, and Digital Customer Experience using cloud technologies including Agentic and Generative AI, data analytics, high-performance compute, and simulation to dramatically accelerate innovation.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in software development, infrastructure, or systems engineering within an Automotive OEM, tier-1 supplier, or ISV
- Experience engaging and influencing C-level executives, both business and technical
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team, or experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems
- Technical depth in one or more: SDV platforms (QNX, Android Automotive, Linux), automotive networking (CAN, Ethernet), E/E architecture, ADAS/AV simulation, Physical AI, or connected vehicle services.
- Experience with cloud architectures for automotive workloads (data lakes, ML pipelines, digital twins, OTA, fleet analytics)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
USA, CA, San Francisco - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually
USA, CA, Santa Clara - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually
USA, IL, Chicago - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Detroit - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Dallas - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Houston - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
As an Automotive PSA, you will shape our industry solution strategy across the AWS Partner Network, working with consulting and technology partners to develop repeatable solutions that address line-of-business use cases for Automotive customers. This is a US-based role with global influence — you will publish proven partner solutions across Go-to-Market channels and evangelize them with customers worldwide.
The ideal candidate will possess technical depth in vehicle engineering and/or systems engineering — specifically in at least one of the following areas: real-time operating systems (QNX, Android Automotive, Linux), automotive networking (CAN, Ethernet), Electrical/Electronic architecture, simulation and Physical AI, or cloud-native software architecture.
Key job responsibilities
• Define and publish repeatable reference architectures, whitepapers, solution briefs, and technical content for Automotive partner solutions
• Conduct architecture reviews and build proof-of-concept implementations to validate partner solutions on AWS
• Partner with Account SAs, Sales, Business Development, and service teams to accelerate customer adoption through enablement, architecture guidance, and workshops
• Build executive and senior management relationships within partner organizations as a trusted technical advisor
• Establish AWS as the preferred cloud platform for Automotive architectures, solutions, and services
• Enable pipeline generation by delivering technical workshops and solution demos to Automotive prospects alongside partners
• Evangelize partners' value proposition internally across AWS and externally with customers
• Capture and share best-practice knowledge with the broader Solutions Architect community
• Share customer and partner feedback with internal product and engineering teams to influence the AWS roadmap
About the team
AWS partners for Automotive include the largest systems integrators, leading automotive ISVs, and innovative startups building on AWS. Our customers — OEMs, tier-1 suppliers, and mobility companies — are developing solutions across SDV, ADAS, Product Engineering, EV, and Digital Customer Experience using cloud technologies including Agentic and Generative AI, data analytics, high-performance compute, and simulation to dramatically accelerate innovation.
About AWS
Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Basic Qualifications
- 7+ years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience in software development, infrastructure, or systems engineering within an Automotive OEM, tier-1 supplier, or ISV
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud Technology Certification (such as Solutions Architecture, Cloud Security Professional or Cloud DevOps Engineering)- Experience engaging and influencing C-level executives, both business and technical
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team, or experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and current systems
- Technical depth in one or more: SDV platforms (QNX, Android Automotive, Linux), automotive networking (CAN, Ethernet), E/E architecture, ADAS/AV simulation, Physical AI, or connected vehicle services.
- Experience with cloud architectures for automotive workloads (data lakes, ML pipelines, digital twins, OTA, fleet analytics)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, San Francisco - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually
USA, CA, Santa Clara - 176,600.00 - 239,000.00 USD annually
USA, IL, Chicago - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, MI, Detroit - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Dallas - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Houston - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 153,600.00 - 207,800.00 USD annually
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