Amazon
Data Center Manager, Data Center Ops (DCO)
Job ID: 3155184 | Amazon Data Services, Inc.
As a Data Center Manager in Amazon, you will manage the world’s largest Cloud Computing Infrastructure. You’ll encounter challenging and complex problems every day, and your role as a technical manager will require innovative solutions to drive Operations Excellence across all areas.
You will be a proven manager with experience leading high‑performing teams. Your responsibilities will include refining and developing processes to optimize operational excellence, driving performance levels to match the pace of building and operating Data Centers, and managing relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
Key Job Responsibilities
Managing and developing teams of engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring highest levels of performance.
Maintaining existing Data Centers.
Helping build and bring online new Data Centers.
Constantly improving all processes and procedures.
Assisting and managing relationships with external vendors & contractors.
Liaising with internal teams & management groups.
Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers.
Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes.
Assisting in implementing service methodologies, including incident management, problem management, change management, and capacity management.
About the Team AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that enable our customers to access the innovative resources they rely on. You’ll collaborate with engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers to deliver the highest standards for safety, security, and cost-efficiency while building an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas.
Basic Qualifications
1+ years of data center engineering or operations experience.
4+ years of experience managing people in a technical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of data center experience.
Behavioral interviewing and hiring experience.
Experience in technical writing within a relevant field.
Experience contributing to the definition and implementation of automation opportunities within an operations environment.
Ability to work on a flexible schedule, including days, nights, and/or weekends.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Amazon is an inclusive environment that 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, please visit
this page
for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $96,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $216,800/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 offers equity, sign‑on payments, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. For more information, visit
our employee benefits page . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Important FAQs for current Government employees:
Before proceeding, please review the following FAQs https://www.amazon.jobs/en/faqs#faqs-for-us-government-employees #J-18808-Ljbffr
As a Data Center Manager in Amazon, you will manage the world’s largest Cloud Computing Infrastructure. You’ll encounter challenging and complex problems every day, and your role as a technical manager will require innovative solutions to drive Operations Excellence across all areas.
You will be a proven manager with experience leading high‑performing teams. Your responsibilities will include refining and developing processes to optimize operational excellence, driving performance levels to match the pace of building and operating Data Centers, and managing relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
Key Job Responsibilities
Managing and developing teams of engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring highest levels of performance.
Maintaining existing Data Centers.
Helping build and bring online new Data Centers.
Constantly improving all processes and procedures.
Assisting and managing relationships with external vendors & contractors.
Liaising with internal teams & management groups.
Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers.
Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes.
Assisting in implementing service methodologies, including incident management, problem management, change management, and capacity management.
About the Team AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. We support all AWS data centers and the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that enable our customers to access the innovative resources they rely on. You’ll collaborate with engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, and operations managers to deliver the highest standards for safety, security, and cost-efficiency while building an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas.
Basic Qualifications
1+ years of data center engineering or operations experience.
4+ years of experience managing people in a technical environment.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of data center experience.
Behavioral interviewing and hiring experience.
Experience in technical writing within a relevant field.
Experience contributing to the definition and implementation of automation opportunities within an operations environment.
Ability to work on a flexible schedule, including days, nights, and/or weekends.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Amazon is an inclusive environment that 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, please visit
this page
for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $96,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $216,800/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 offers equity, sign‑on payments, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. For more information, visit
our employee benefits page . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Important FAQs for current Government employees:
Before proceeding, please review the following FAQs https://www.amazon.jobs/en/faqs#faqs-for-us-government-employees #J-18808-Ljbffr