Becoming AWSome w/ Andrew Greaves & Mary Neilson, Sr. Managers from PubSec
Delve into the the background of two Sr. Managers, Solutions Architecture, supporting SLG/EDU customers within PubSec at AWS.
Ray Thomas
Amazon Employee
Published Feb 7, 2024
Last Modified Mar 13, 2024
Hosts Ray Thomas and Jenna Lass kicked off this episode of 🎙️ "Becoming AWSome" from Lake Placid, sharing their love for water and nature. 🌲🏞️ They were joined by guests Andrew Greaves and Mary Nielsen, both Senior Managers, Solutions Architecture, supporting SLG/EDU customers in PubSec at AWS🌟
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Highlights from this episode:
- Andrew shared his journey from marine biology to cloud architecture at AWS. 🌊💻
- Mary discussed her transition from software development to an advisory role at AWS, emphasizing the value of broad technical knowledge. 👩💻🚀
- Key insights on AWS roles:
- Differences between advisory and delivery positions. 🤔
- Importance of balancing technical skills and advisory capabilities. ⚖️
- Personal stories added flavor: Andrew’s experience in Antarctica 🧊 and Mary’s cooking adventures with family. 🍳
🔍 Profiles of ideal candidates:
- Broad technical knowledge across various AWS services. 🌐
- Ability to engage with senior leadership and influence technology strategy. 👨💼👩💼
- For senior roles, experience in building large-scale applications is vital. 🏗️
- Comfortable with a generalist role, adaptable to different technologies. 🔄
- Experience or interest in healthcare beneficial, especially for Mary's team. 🏥
- Soft skills like executive presence and effective communication are crucial. 🗣️👂
🚀 A perfect blend of professional insights and personal stories, the episode offered a window into life at AWS and the diverse paths one can take in tech. 🌈💡
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