Job Description

Description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Are you an experienced manager with a passion for engineering leading teams in delivering data center designs and looking for a challenge to chart your own course? If so, we are looking for you to help us make history.

AWS data centers are the foundation upon which our software and services operates to meet the growing demands of our customers. This role provides you the opportunity to collaborate with business development, design engineers, data center operations professionals, external vendors and consultants, and other cross-functional teams to assess designs and select colocation facilities that meet our business requirements.

You will be able to showcase your management skills and understanding of data center design, engineering, and operations of infrastructure common to data centers, Telecommunications facilities and other critical environment infrastructure.

You and your team will work directly with internal business teams and with colocation vendors to identify, document, and resolve any operational/design deficiencies which could impact a sites capability or availability.

You will have opportunities to influence, build, and improve processes to guide the direction of our colocation data center portfolio on a global scale. So, if you are a strong leader with solid knowledge of data center mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural (MEPS) infrastructure design engineering management experience, Amazon will present a fast paced, fun, and exciting work environment that is unique in every aspect and offers an exceptional rewarding opportunity for you.

Key job responsibilities

You will be responsible for setting the direction and providing team oversight for the following team deliverables:

• Conducting site assessments against AWS standards for collocation data centers, legacy facility upgrades, and general capital endeavors.

• Performing risk analysis and availability calculations for vendor owned and operated collocation data centers infrastructure to determine fit-for-use/fit-for-service.

• Influencing AWS design and specification requirements to meet our business needs for AWS colocation products.

• Investigating and documenting root-cause failure analysis associated with infrastructure and equipment failures.

• Working with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and codes.

• Collaborating with other engineering, operations, and commissioning teams to properly test and validate the installation, operation, and performance of critical electrical/mechanical/fire suppression/controls systems/structural systems.

• Supporting Operations, data scientists and other business partners to determine utilization, efficiency, and performance analysis on critical systems.

• Travel to Data Center sites as required - International & Domestic (up to 50%)

• Assigning and setting priorities for team deliverables for assessments of vendors critical infrastructure designs, performance of risk analysis and availability calculations for vendor collocation data centers infrastructure needed to determine fit-for-use/fit-for-service for AWS cloud compute and networking services.

About the team

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

Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying.

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, theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.

Here at AWS, its 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.

Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.

Basic Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical or related discipline, or 10 years commensurate industry or military experience in lieu of degree

• 5+ years experience of focused engineering team management experience for teams conducting Data Center or Carrier-class Telecommunications design, engineering, and/or operations and maintenance (O&M) of data center critical environment infrastructure.

• Business level English language skills

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in engineering or MBA

10+ years cumulative engineering design management experience

PE or EIT

Prior project management experience; PMP, PMI

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $135,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $233,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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