AWS Solutions Architect - Associate (AWS SAA) Discussions
Certification

What is more difficult to pass, the AWS Solutions Architect Professional or the AWS security specialty exam?

Got my SAA over the summer.

Would a company give me a chance in cloud with aws SAA and aws security specialty in your opinion ?

Would like to make a move to microsoft sometime in the next year or two. I have 6 YOE, I’m currently an SC (Tech Lead / Data Engineer) at D. I have AWS (CLF-C01, SAA-C03) and Azure (DP-203, AZ-305) certifications. Interested in knowing what type of work, role, practice may suit me or really what the most logical career move would be? Planning on leaving D at the M level

Hi all, I’m currently a solution architect with 1yoe and two bachelors degrees. I also hold two cloud certifications and make 60k a year. This seems very low considering what I’ve seen for average SA salaries for those who hold the AWS SAA certification. Was hoping for some insight on this and if I should seek more compensation. Thanks!

Anyone willing to take a chance on an aspiring cloud engineer? I have my aws SAA . I just need an opportunity

I recently graduated college last year and am trying to pursue certifications to help build up my resume. I currently hold an AWS SAA certification and Azure AZ -900. I am looking to try and obtain the CISSP next. Is there something else I should start with before diving into CISSP or should I direct my studying and focus in that direction?

Hey all, I’ve been a solutions architect associate for a year now as my first tech job out of college. I was able to get my AWS SAA Certification and followed that with Azure AZ-900. What is a normal salary range for someone in my position who recently graduated last May with a year of experience and holding these two certifications?

How long does it take to get the result after AWS-SAA exam?

I want to further develop my BI and DE skills. Currently exploring paths of AWS certs with some others mixed in, does this seem like a good strategy:
AWS CCP>Tableau DS> ICAgile (ICP)> AWS SAA>AWS DA > PMI CAPM > and then maybe tableau data analyst or Powerbi.

Hi fishes,

Could you please let me know what is the starting Salary of AWS SAA profile.

Amazon Certificated Developer Associate (DVA-C01) vs Amazon Certificated Solutions Architect (SAA-C02)

Which one should be considered, provided zero AWS experience and current tech stack is Java, Spring Boot, Microservices ?

Your suggestion with why to choose any one of them would be helpful.

Amazon Certificated Developer Associate (DVA-C01) vs Amazon Certificated Solutions Architect (SAA-C02)

Which one should be considered, provided zero AWS experience and current tech stack is Java, Spring Boot, Microservices ?

Your suggestion with why to choose any one of them would be helpful.

I am currently in a “data-centric” role, as in I do a lot of SQL writing, unwinding python/php/java code to understand how systems work, and proposing solutions to either automate processes or eliminate redundancies.

I am wanting to get into cloud architecture, is this too much of a stretch given I don’t have hands on coding experience? I am AWS SAA certified but still feeling like that’s not enough

Hello! I need a bit of guidance for AWS. Currently working as Digital marketing specialist and learning AWS SAA side by side. I want to make a switch to AWS as full time but don't have the right guidance to do so. Any help or roadmap to do would really be appreciated :)

How many hours would it take to prepare well for aws saa associate exam ? I have basic knowledge on aws cloud . TIA

I am AWS SAA certified, wanted to understand if going for scum master in aws cloud is in demand ?

As a better learner through books, what is the best and most recommended book to study for the AWS SAA-002 Exam? Especially a book I could buy at barnes and noble?

Hi guys,
I am currently looking for new opportunities.
Skills - Linux and AWS (certified SAA) with experience in Jenkins and Docker.

YOE - 2.7yrs

Can someone refer me in other IT companies

lapplied for few SA roles at AWS
after getting the SAA certificate and
some badges like the "WAF" and
"Advanced Migration". I also
optimized my resume recently trying
to match what AWS would look for,
but I did not get any 1st call or
Screening interview!
Ialso applied to some of the roles
using friend's referral. I have more
than 15 years in IT infrastructure
mainly in Storage systems (EMC,
Hitachi) What could be the problem?
Thanks.

Hello all,
I recently completed my micro masters in Advanced ML, I have 1 yoe. currently in the role of ETL. I hold a AWS SAA certificate.
Current salary ~ 8lpa.
Should I ask for job change in my current company (pharma)?
Or jump to different, if so how much should I ask for expected salary?

I applied for few SA roles at AWS after getting the SAA certificate and some badges like the “WAF” and “Advanced Migration”. I also optimized my resume recently trying to match what AWS would look for, but I did not get any 1st call or screening interview!
I also applied to some of the roles using friend’s referral. I have more than 15 years in IT infrastructure mainly in Storage systems (EMC, Hitachi) What could be the problem? Thanks.

Hey Fishes ,
I am a QA/SDET with 8 YOE , good in building framework for UI and API Testing , right now working on improving coding (DSA) and AWS (SAA certification). I am at 25 LPA now and my aim is to get in FAANG what all i need to get in my bucket to crack that (or atleast improve my chance of getting in ), please guide me .

Guys DM me if anyone needs AWS Solutions Architect Associate SAA-C02 dumps. It's chargeable but a minimal amount.

Hi Fishes,
Please like my post to unlock my DM😊
I am AWS SAA certified and having over 6 years of experience in designing IT Infrastrucure. Looking for a good role in product based companies urgently!

Hi 👋
I am looking for job opportunities as a solutions architect or a systems architect or Sre role with 6 years 10 months experience. Looking for product based companies. Can someone please suggest how much expected CTC and which company to apply🙏 skills - infrastructure architect, load balancing, networking, DR strategy. Know automation. Aws saa certified.

Folks that have gotten their AWS SAA, once you updated your LinkedIn, did you notice a new influx of recruiters reach out to you?

Studying for the AWS SAA. Do I need to the hands on labs in the training (using udemy) or is the exam more theory based?

Hi Fishes,

Looking for suggestions to shape my current role .Soft engineer | yoe - 3 | ctc -5lpa
Skillset
Cloud - AWS (AWS SAA)
Backend - Python(flask,django,fastapi)
Data streaming(kafka)
DB(mongodb(ETL aggreration),dynamodb)
DS (ML,NLP)
Experience handling large data (modelling/cleaning), created complex dashboards using flask and integrated kakfa,charts
Scopes for myself to get CTC ( >10 lpa)?

1. AWS Developer
2. SRE
3. Software Engineer
4. Data scientist/Analyst

Please recommended if any

Hi Fishes,

Looking for some suggestion to shape my current role .Software engineer | yoe - 3 | ctc -5lpa
Skillset
Cloud - AWS (AWS SAA)
Backend - Python(flask,django,fastapi)
Data streaming(kafka)
DB(mongodb(ETL aggreration),dynamodb,mysql)
Data science (ML,NLP)
Experience handling large data (modelling/cleaning)
What are the scopes for myself to get CTC ( >10 lpa) and higher pay in coming years:

1. AWS Developer
2. SRE
3. Software Engineer
4. Data scientist/Analyst

Please recommended if any

Hi all,

I am working as a DevOps Engineer for past 3 years and I am interested in moving to cloud. I have cleared my Aws saa exam and planning to search for a cloud related job. How should I approach the job market now... What kind of things interviewers will be expecting from me if I want to switch to cloud. Please enlighten me.

Hi D&A 🐟,

I’ve been thinking of doing a career pivot from cyber security to data science. My current role is very technical and have experience with Python, PowerShell, AWS (SAA cert), Azure (Security Engineer cert in progress), and a bunch of other cyber security related technical skills. I have experience doing basic data analysis but not at the level of a data scientist. What would you recommend I do to gain these data scientist skills? I think the end goal would be to transition from cybe

For people who are AWS SAA certified, what is a good reading resource (book) that I can rely on, instead of on online course like Udemy. I somehow feel good only after reading some material than listening to the classes. Has anyone passed the exam just by reading and practicing, without watching any videos?

Looking for pointers to crack the AWS SAA certification. Currently doing mock exams from Tutorialsdojo and in the 78-80% range. Is this a good estimation of preparedness for the exam?

What cert to go for next? Currently have AWS-SAA and Security+. Thinking about CISSP but how difficult is it compared to the AWS-SAA?

I’m currently in ERP and really want to get into cloud. Currently hold the Azure Fundamentals, AWS SAA, and GCP security certs. Any suggestions on what I can do to increase my chance to get into cloud?

Any firms actively hiring candidates for public sector cloud? I have years of consulting experience serving civilian federal agencies (public trust), AWS-SAA and CSM certified. Looking for opportunities in PS cloud as a cloud consultant/solutions architect. Would love an internal referral and/or a chance to learn more about the opportunities. Can provide resume upon request. Anyone who has anything, please DM me! Thanks 🙏🏼

Any firms actively hiring candidates for public sector cloud? I have years of consulting experience serving civilian federal agencies (public trust), AWS-SAA and CSM certified. Looking for opportunities in PS cloud as a cloud consultant/solutions architect. Would love an internal referral and/or a chance to learn more about the opportunities. Can provide resume upon request. Anyone who has anything, please DM me! Thanks 🙏🏼

Need to recertify my AWS-SAA cert. any recommendations on best resources given the new test format (SAA-CO2)?

Currently in IR and want to move to a better work life balance role....maybe engineering. Do engineers get paid more than responders/analyst? Looking to get the AWS SAA and maybe try to squeeze my way into a cloud sec role since i have about a year of AWS exp.