Amazon Web Services, Inc.
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Principal Keynote Lead, Keynote Team

Pay
$164,200 – $287,400 per year
Location
Seattle, WA
Listed
3 days ago

About the role

Are you passionate about crafting compelling technical narratives that showcase cloud innovation and technology? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, self-directed environment where your creativity and technical knowledge can make a real impact? Are you ready to tell complex technical stories that shape the future of one of the world's leading cloud providers?

At AWS, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of cloud computing, and we need skilled technical storytellers to bring our innovations to life. Our Principal Keynote Lead role is at the heart of this mission, working across teams to create keynotes that translate complex technical concepts into engaging narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Key job responsibilities

  • Write technical keynote scripts that effectively communicate AWS products and services across re:Invent and other major tech events
  • Develop compelling storylines that break down complex cloud computing concepts
  • Collaborate with executives and product teams to identify key technical themes and messaging
  • Produce high-quality video content and presentations that meet Amazon's high bar
  • Work with design teams on multimedia elements, including animations and interactive demos
  • Available to work across time zones with a globally distributed team

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.

Basic Qualifications

  • Knowledge of existing and developing technologies as it relates to cloud computing
  • Experience creating and delivering written and oral communications for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Bachelor's degree, or Cloud Technology Certification
  • 7+ years of experience in technical content creation and storytelling

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in technical writing in a relevant field
  • Experience working with end user or developer communities
  • Experience with AWS products and services
  • Experience reading and understanding complex code
  • Knowledge of Photoshop, video editing, and related tools
  • Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

Additional information

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Pay and benefits

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

USA, WA, Seattle - 164,200.00 - 287,400.00 USD annually

About the team

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Read the original posting

From Amazon Web Services, Inc.'s careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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