Data Center Facility Operations Manager
Description For Data Center Facility Operations Manager
Join Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, as a Data Center Facility Operations Manager. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining and operating some of the world's most sophisticated and secure data centers.
As part of AWS Infrastructure Services, you'll oversee critical physical infrastructure and lead teams of technicians responsible for maintaining exceptional uptime (99.999%+) across various systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, and cooling equipment. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring high availability while optimizing operational costs.
The position offers unique challenges and opportunities:
- Lead and develop teams of 24x7 shift technicians, fostering a culture of safety and excellence
- Manage critical infrastructure systems that power AWS's global cloud computing services
- Drive continuous improvement projects from conception to completion
- Balance technical expertise with strong leadership skills
- Work with cutting-edge technology in state-of-the-art facilities
AWS values diverse experiences and inclusive team culture. You'll find extensive opportunities for knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and career advancement. The company emphasizes work-life harmony and provides resources to help you develop as a well-rounded professional.
This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise in data center operations with strong leadership capabilities. You'll join a diverse team of engineers and specialists working on some of the most challenging problems in cloud infrastructure. The position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on AWS's global infrastructure while working with industry-leading technology and talented professionals from around the world.
Key benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Career development opportunities
- Mentorship programs
- Work-life balance focus
- Inclusive work environment
Join AWS to be part of a team that's defining the future of cloud computing while working in an environment that values innovation, diversity, and personal growth.
Responsibilities For Data Center Facility Operations Manager
- Oversee all aspects of the data center's critical physical infrastructure
- Manage on-site teams of 24x7 shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors
- Drive safety and security culture and compliance within the team
- Hire, coach, and promote team members
- Manage operations budget and expenditures
- Act as an escalation point for all facilities-related issues
- Oversee operation of critical systems (switchgear, generators, UPS systems, etc.)
- Utilize root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills
- May assist in the build out of new facilities
Requirements For Data Center Facility Operations Manager
- High school or equivalent diploma
- 2+ years of experience in a management position with 5 or more direct reports
- 2+ years of relevant work experience in a data center or mission critical environment
- Knowledge in UPS, Generators, HVAC, Evaporators and other critical infrastructure
- Physical ability to lift 40+ pounds
- Ability to work on ladders and perform construction tasks
- Willingness to respond to out-of-hours emergency calls
Benefits For Data Center Facility Operations Manager
- Medical Insurance
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Career Development
- Mentorship Programs
- Work-Life Balance
