Colocation Engineer, Colo Regional Engineering

Amazon is seeking a Colocation Engineer to join their AWS Data Centers team in a crucial role that supports their vision of being the world's most customer-centric company. As a Design Engineer, you will be instrumental in providing comprehensive life-cycle support to AWS Data Centers, from initial design through maintenance and improvements. The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, requiring you to serve as the primary engineering resource for your region.

Your responsibilities will span across multiple critical areas, including design reviews for new data centers, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, operational support, and leading upgrade initiatives to enhance capacity and efficiency. You'll work closely with diverse teams, including data center design engineering, server hardware, and environmental health and safety teams, to maintain consistency and reliability in service delivery.

The ideal candidate brings strong engineering judgment, project management experience, and the ability to thrive in a detail-oriented environment. With 6+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities, you'll be expected to handle multiple concurrent projects, sometimes across different geographical regions. This position offers the unique opportunity to work on both local and global projects, contributing to Amazon's rapidly expanding data center infrastructure.

The role demands excellent communication skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders. You'll be involved in hands-on field work, engineering site audits, and will act as a resident engineer during construction projects. This position is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with leadership abilities and has a passion for maintaining and improving critical infrastructure.