CLOUD COMPUTING (The Pathway to SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT)

Who is a Solutions Architect?

A solutions Architect Develops ,improve and determine technical Solutions so that an organization can achieve their technical goals. A solutions Architect bridge the gap between IT and operations, making sure everyone is on the same page when developing and Implementing technical Solutions.

A solutions Architect is a determinant of how IT (Information Technology) can help and push an organizations needs through infrastructure, hardware's and software.

The Basic Skills of a Solutions Architect

Here are some of the basic must – have skills of a Solutions Architect;

1. Leadership _– You must have a strong leadership skill, that is you can lead and also work with a team.
2. Problem Solving – This is one of the foremost skill, the ability to see a problem and find the appropriate technical solution is essential.
3. Business Knowledge – Having a great knowledge of the business and organization you work with will help in providing the right technical solutions.
4. Technical Knowledge – A vast Knowledge of Network Administration , a cloud Provider like AWS, Data Management and Big Data Analytics. Then a knowledge and experience with IT architecture Frameworks. 5.Infrastructure Knowledge - A Vast knowledge of IT security, Infrastructure and governance.

Duties of a Solutions Architect

A solutions Architect;

• Identifies framework, platform or stack that can be used to solve a technical problem.
• Build and migrate software and services
• Determines how IT can help and push an organizations goals
• Collaborate with different units to develop IT strategies, infrastructure also hardware's and software.
• Consult with Clients and Stakeholders to determine the appropriate technical solutions.

How to get started in becoming a solutions Architect

• This is not necessary but having a degree in IT, computer science or Software engineering gives a great overview of various software systems and hardware Compatibility Training.
• Building your skills comes from your experience of working in a tech organization. It is necessary to have a work experience by volunteering, Internships or a full time Job.
• Certifications is necessary, this will definitely get you interviews and eventually the role. 

How much do solutions Architects Earn ?

Salary Trends for Solutions Architects (AWS) in 2021
Note this can be used as a framework for other Cloud Providers

• According to PayScale, the average annual pay for an entry-level AWS Solutions Architect is US$114,350.
• AWS Solutions Architect Associates earn an average of £75,088 per year in the United Kingdom. Their annual pay ranges from £53,000 to £100,000 per year.
• A Solutions Architect’s annual pay in Canada is around CA$112,961. Their yearly earnings in Canada might vary from CA$82,000 to CA$155,000.
• AWS Solutions Architects in the United States earns an average of US$114,350 per year. The wages for these specialists range from $94,000 to $148,000 per year.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect in Australia earns an average of AU$116,449 per year. This sum might range from AU$86,000 to AU$137,000 each year.

Salary Ranges for AWS Certified Solutions Architects at the Top 5 US Companies

Salary Ranges for AWS Certified Solutions Architects at the Top 5 US Companies

1. Amazon pays $95,000 to $174,000 per year.
2. Accenture pays $79,000-164,000 per year at
3. Slalom Pays $80,000 Pays $169,000 per year
4. Capital One Financial Corporation pays $95,000 to $152,000 per year
5. Booz, Allen, and Hamilton Pays $73,000-153,000 per year

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification Pathway

Cloud Practitioner

Solutions Architect Associate

Solutions Architect Professional

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See you at the top fellow Solutions Architects !