About Us
Udacity is on a mission of forging futures in tech through radical talent transformation in digital technologies. We offer a unique and immersive online learning platform, powering corporate technical training in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Autonomous Systems, Cloud Computing and more. Our rapidly growing global organization is revolutionizing how the enterprise market bridges the talent shortage and skills gaps during their digital transformation journey.
Position overview:
We are seeking experienced instructors to join us as external contractors and support our programs as session leads for the AWS Cloud Developer track. This role involves delivering high-quality AWS training, mentoring learners, and empowering professionals to build cloud-native applications on AWS.
As an AWS Authorized Instructor (AAI), you will leverage your hands-on expertise in AWS development, serverless computing, and DevOps to teach AWS-approved courses, guide learners through real-world cloud scenarios, and enhance their technical proficiency.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from professionals with backgrounds in:
- Cloud Development & Engineering: AWS Cloud Developer, Cloud Software Engineer, AWS Full-Stack Developer, Cloud Application Developer
- Technical Training & Instruction: AWS Trainer, AWS re/Start Instructor, Technical Trainer, AWS Academy Educator, DevOps Trainer
- Cloud Architecture & DevOps: AWS Solutions Architect, AWS DevOps Engineer, Cloud Solutions Trainer
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver AWS training courses to developers, ensuring high-quality learning experiences.
- Guide learners in hands-on AWS lab exercises, troubleshooting, and best practices.
- Stay updated with AWS technologies and integrate real-world use cases into training.
- Engage learners through interactive discussions, live demos, and technical mentoring.
Required Skills & Qualifications
1. AWS Certifications:
- Preferred: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA) or AWS Certified Developer – Associate (DVA) or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional (DOP)
2. AWS Technical Expertise:
- Application Development & Serverless: AWS Lambda, API Gateway, AWS Fargate, Step Functions
- Storage & Databases: Amazon S3, DynamoDB, RDS (Aurora, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Security & Identity Management: AWS IAM, Cognito, Secrets Manager
- CI/CD & DevOps: AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, CodeDeploy, AWS CDK, Terraform
- Event-Driven Architectures: Amazon SNS, SQS, EventBridge, Kinesis
- Monitoring & Logging: Amazon CloudWatch, AWS X-Ray, AWS CloudTrail
Preferred Experience:
- Hands-on experience developing cloud-native applications on AWS.
- Prior experience in technical training, mentoring, or public speaking.
- Familiarity with AWS training tools such as AWS Skill Builder and AWS Builder Labs.
- Ability to engage diverse learners in both virtual and in-person training environments.
Program Requirements (Upon Selection):
- Successful completion of Instructor Candidate Authorization (ICA) to earn AAI status.
- Completion of Instructor Enablement: Architecting on AWS & AWS Builder Labs.
- Commitment to delivering at least 15 days of AWS training per year.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a global AWS instructor network and impact thousands of learners.
- Gain exclusive AWS instructor benefits (certification vouchers, AWS console credits, and more).
- Access AWS’s latest training content and private instructor communities.
- Grow as a recognized AWS-certified educator and mentor.
What We Do
Forging futures in tech is our vision. Udacity is where lifelong learners come to learn the skills they need, to land the jobs they want, and to build the lives they deserve.
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