CLOUD COMPUTING (The Pathway to SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT)
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Published: 2021-12-10 22:30:42

 **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.
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## 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.   


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## 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 
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Solutions Architect Associate

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Solutions Architect Professional

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## THE END ## ...  I hope this helps

See you at the top fellow Solutions Architects !



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