Principal Startup Investor Manager, (VC or Angel), AWS Worldwide Startups

Description

Would you like to shape the future of cloud computing by identifying and working with the most promising early-stage startups and venture capital firms in [region]? Do you have the technical depth, business acumen, and investment insight to help establish AWS as the foundation for the next generation of technology companies?

Trusted by more startups around the world, AWS makes the power of cloud computing accessible to all. We give founders everywhere access to the same technology that powers the world's largest companies. With nearly 20 years of experience, gained from supporting hundreds of thousands of startups, the AWS Startups team helps founders prove that their world-changing ideas are possible, at any stage of growth, and any level of funding. This is why more startups, and over 80% of unicorns, choose to launch on AWS.

As a Principal Investment Manager within AWS, you will work with venture capital firms (or angel investors) to accelerate portfolio company success. You'll work closely with key investors to unlock the full potential of their portfolio companies on AWS, enabling faster innovation and scaling. Your role focuses on creating meaningful initiatives between the investors, helping startups leverage cloud to achieve breakthrough growth. You'll combine deep technical understanding of cloud and emerging technologies, such as generative AI with business acumen to identify opportunities and ensure startups have access to the tools, expertise, and support needed to build world-changing products on AWS infrastructure.

Key job responsibilities

Execute and drive initiatives with venture firms, develop investor-focused programs that accelerate portfolio company success

Design and implement solutions that address specific startup and investor needs

Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives involving AWS Startups, Sales, Marketing, and Product teams

Track program effectiveness and provide insights based on feedback and results

Gather early-stage market signals from investors and founders to inform AWS innovation and to meet the evolving needs of tomorrow's breakthrough companies

About the team

Diverse Experiences

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Why AWS?

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Inclusive Team Culture

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Work / Life Balance

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Basic Qualifications

10+ years of experience in technology industry with focus on startups, ideally in combination with technical leadership roles

Deep understanding of cloud computing architectures, services, and best practices and knowledge of generative AI technologies

Ability to evaluate and guide early-stage and scaling companies

Demonstrated success developing and executing business initiatives that drive measurable outcomes

Bachelor's degree in technical or technical management field or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (MBA or technical)

Leadership experience at startups or at Venture Capital firms

Experience building and scaling cloud-native applications from ground-up

Strong analytical and technical assessment capabilities

Experience with commercial aspects of fast-growing technical businesses

Demonstrated ability to understand and evaluate emerging technologies

Experience in multiple technical domains (AI / ML, Security, Infrastructure)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants : Job duties for this position include : work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $158,400 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $262,000 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.