Description
AWS is one of Amazon’s fastest growing businesses, servicing millions of customers in more than 190 countries, reshaping the way global enterprises consume information technology and powering the developers who are building the next generation of global industry leaders. AWS customers include some of the most innovative startups like Netflix, Pinterest, Spotify, Airbnb, and Instagram as well as some of the largest game companies like Electronic Arts (EA), Supercell, Zynga, and Epic Games.
Video games are one of the largest forms of entertainment in the world, with 2 billion gamers playing a diverse range of games on PCs, mobile devices, and consoles. AWS is actively investing in this space and is looking to help game developers create games faster and easier. Would you like to be part of a team focused on increasing adoption of the AWS platform by engaging with companies and game developers building the next generation games? Do you have the business savvy and the technical background necessary to help further establish AWS as the leader in games?
The ISR is responsible for growing consumption of current and new AWS services within the Gaming segment. The ideal candidate will apply their passion for games, along with their sales and technical experience to proactively engage with customers to harness the power of cloud technology to meet the customer's business objectives. A successful candidate will generate and maintain active engagements with customers and prospects, as well as consistently meet and exceed sales quotas.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years minimum technical sales experience in B2B environments, in a solution-sales / technology-related environment
- BA/BS degree or relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the gaming industry, or working with or selling to the Media & Entertainment industry
- Passion for gaming and having an understanding of the gaming experience
- Ability to prospect, identify, pursue, and close new revenue opportunities Strong technical, sales, and listening skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to think and act independently within a fast-paced multi-task driven environment
- Knowledge and understanding of existing and developing technologies as it relates to cloud computing; understand and identify opportunities for customers
- Track record of managing time efficiently, meeting personal goals, and working effectively with internal, partner, and customer teams
- Experience with CRM (Salesforce.com preferred), and web-based meeting applications (e.g. Chime)
- AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification or AWS Solutions Architect - Associate Certification, preferred but not required
Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.
