The Data Center Field Engineering Team at AWS is responsible for the complete lifecycle of AWS data centers, from new designs and innovations through end-of-life. This role focuses on supporting critical infrastructure as a Portfolio Engineer, requiring exceptional communication skills and technical expertise in data center MEP infrastructure. You'll manage fleet-wide solutions, working with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal availability and efficiency.
The position involves leading multi-discipline technical teams, making strategic decisions, and connecting long-term strategies with AWS's rapid growth patterns. You'll be responsible for identifying and resolving risks, issues, and bottlenecks across departmental boundaries. The role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to build robust working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
As part of AWS Infrastructure Services, you'll join a diverse team that keeps the cloud running, working alongside software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, and security experts. The role offers opportunities to work on challenging problems at a global scale, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards for safety and security while optimizing capacity and cost efficiency.
The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering judgment, be detail and data-oriented, and have experience managing engineering projects. You'll work in an inclusive culture that values diverse experiences and perspectives, with access to mentorship and career growth opportunities. The position offers work-life harmony and the chance to contribute to AWS's mission of being the world's most customer-centric company.
This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can understand both the technical and business components of availability solutions. You'll be instrumental in driving alignment between engineering, operations, procurement, legal, finance, and other stakeholder teams, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working on innovative projects at hyper-scale.