Solutions Architect Apprentice (Fixed Term Contract)

Job ID: Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Do you thrive on the challenge of collaboratively solving complex problems and delivering impactful solutions? Are you ready to leverage your technical expertise and strategic thinking to drive innovation? Join us as a Solution Architect Apprentice and embark on an exciting journey where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our dynamic organisation.

As a Solutions Architect Apprentice, you'll bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You'll leverage your architectural design proficiency, systems integration know-how, and command cutting-edge technologies to streamline deployments and drive adaptability across IT landscapes. You'll serve as a catalyst for innovation, optimising workflows, enhancing security, and fostering a culture of efficiency.

A day in the life can involve:

1. Collaborating with cross-functional teams
2. Being the internal voice of the customer, sharing their needs and wants to inform technical roadmaps
3. Participating in the creation and sharing of best practices
4. Building technical relationships with customers and operating as their trusted advisor
5. Supporting and leading projects, having the opportunity to innovate and simplify from Day 1

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are adaptable with a passion for problem-solving and a strong desire to learn and grow. You must have the ability to dissect complex problems into manageable, actionable components. Your critical thinking skills should empower you to research, analyse, and evaluate different options, enabling you to craft innovative, tailored solutions. Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities are essential as you'll need to demonstrate an aptitude for explaining technical concepts to diverse stakeholders in a clear, compelling manner. Your experience working effectively within team-based environments will be invaluable as you coordinate with cross-functional experts to implement comprehensive IT solutions. Complementing your technical know-how, robust time management and organisational skills is a must. You must be able to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines, and work independently with a proactive, self-starting attitude.

You will gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills whilst working towards the BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions (IT Consultancy Pathway) degree. As a working student, your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off the job time by learning and developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You will be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies. Please note: As part of your off-the-job learning, you may be required to travel to a training centre. This location may differ from your primary work base. Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of the apprenticeship programme.

You will build your skills over a 42-month period, starting in September. These skills will help you develop personally and professionally. Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning as well as mentoring from our experienced team members.

You'll join a diverse and passionate team working alongside customers, business users, suppliers, product owners, software developers, testers and senior leaders. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee-led affinity groups, including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities, foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. These groups provide community, mentorship, and a platform for your voice to be heard. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve.

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.

If you possess a unique blend of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and adaptability, then apply to embark on a transformative journey that will propel your career forward in solutions architecture.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

For the apprenticeship programme, we prioritise applicants eligible for government funding. To qualify, you need to:

1. Be 18 years or over before the start date
2. Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme)
3. Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
4. Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
5. Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later
6. Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English plus a Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade. Acceptable qualifications include:
1. Two A levels in one or more similar subject
2. A Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
3. An International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject
4. A BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject
5. A work experience route requiring 2-3 years in a similar subject-related role

PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 42 month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship. You will be required to evidence your qualifications. If you have gained qualifications outside of the UK, you will be required to evidence that they are equivalent. This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation and is NOT suitable for candidates who already have a similar or higher-level qualification in the same or similar subject of the apprenticeship. If you already have related qualifications, please visit amazon.jobs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

These will be a plus for your career at Amazon, but are not necessary to enter the programme:

1. You are able to operate in a fast-paced environment
2. You are able to demonstrate drive and a passion for learning

The recruitment process will start with your online application - simply submit your CV and complete a few quick eligibility questions. Next, you'll showcase your natural aptitude through an innovative game-based assessment. To get to know you beyond your CV, the next stage of the process will be a video interview. Here you'll be able to tell us more about you, your motivations and any transferable skills you have. The final step is our assessment centre, where you'll meet the team and demonstrate your passion in person. As part of the assessment centre, you may be expected to take part in a group exercise, a presentation, 1 to 1 interviews and other tasks relating to your chosen programme. After you've attended the assessment centre, the recruitment team will be in contact to confirm the outcome of your application.

We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible, as the roles will close once filled. We will be holding online assessments from November through to February, with assessment centres taking place between February and May. We will keep you informed throughout the application process to update you on the status of your application.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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