AWS-SA
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Certification Overview
Validates ability to design distributed systems on AWS, covering compute, networking, storage, and database services. The 65-question SAA-C03 exam tests real-world scenario skills for building cost-effective, fault-tolerant architectures. Recommended for those with 1+ year of hands-on AWS experience.
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (AWS-SA) is a globally recognized benchmark designed for professionals aiming to prove their expertise in cloud. In today's competitive landscape, this certification acts as a critical signal to employers regarding your technical proficiency and commitment to the field.
Primary Impact
- Higher salary ceiling in Cloud roles
- Validated expertise at the enterprise level
Market Signal
Ranked as a Top Cloud Credential for 2026, holding the AWS-SA significantly reduces the time-to-hire for senior positions.
Market Outlook
We monitor job market volume in real-time to provide the most accurate demand forecasting for your career.
Market Sentiment
There are currently 1,905 open roles in the US requiring this specific certification.
Tracking period: 12 Weeks
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Path to Excellence
Everything you need to successfully navigate the AWS-SA certification journey.
01 Entry Requirements
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AWS Knowledge
Recommended 1 year of hands-on experience designing available, cost-effective, and scalable distributed systems on AWS.
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Technical Background
Familiarity with compute, networking, storage, and database AWS services.
02 The Process
Master AWS Core Services
Deep dive into EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC configurations.
Architectural Best Practices
Study the AWS Well-Architected Framework: Reliability, security, and cost-optimization.
SAA-C03 Certification
Pass the scenario-based exam with a score of 720/1000 or higher.
Professional Path
Advance toward the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional credential.
Live Postings
Real-time Local Data4/14/2025
Senior Client Solutions Architect Associate - Payments
1/8/2026
Senior Client Solutions Architect Associate - Payments
1/10/2026
Senior Client Solutions Architect Associate - Payments
1/9/2026
Senior Client Solutions Architect Associate - Payments
4/28/2025
Senior Client Solutions Architect Associate - Embedded Payments
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