Data Center Technical Operations Engineer, SYD Colo DCEO
Description For Data Center Technical Operations Engineer, SYD Colo DCEO
AWS Infrastructure Services is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO) Engineer to join their team in Sydney. This role is crucial in maintaining the physical infrastructure that powers AWS's global cloud services. The position involves managing critical facilities, ensuring operational excellence in safety, security, availability, and efficiency.
As a DCEO Engineer, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of AWS data centers, working with critical systems including switch-gear, generators, UPS systems, and cooling equipment. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, security experts, and operations managers to maintain the highest standards of infrastructure reliability.
The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of facilities management experience, strong technical understanding of electrical and mechanical systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You'll need to be comfortable with physical aspects of the role, including equipment maintenance and rack installations, as well as managing vendor relationships and driving efficiency improvements.
AWS offers an inclusive culture that values diverse experiences and perspectives. The company provides excellent career growth opportunities through mentorship programs and continuous learning initiatives. Work-life harmony is emphasized through flexible work arrangements, though this role requires on-site presence and occasional on-call duties.
This position offers the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology at massive scale, contributing to the infrastructure that powers countless businesses worldwide. You'll be part of a team that's essential to AWS's mission of providing reliable, efficient, and secure cloud services to customers globally.
The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic planning and team collaboration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both practical problem-solving and long-term infrastructure optimization. Join AWS to help shape the future of cloud computing while working with some of the most advanced data center facilities in the world.
Responsibilities For Data Center Technical Operations Engineer, SYD Colo DCEO
- Manage routine maintenance and emergency service of critical systems
- Install new rack capacity and provision power/cooling
- Manage on-site contractors and vendors
- Establish performance benchmarks and prepare reports
- Generate change management requests and incident management tickets
- Collaborate with data center IT managers on daily operations
- Drive projects to increase facility capacity, efficiency, and reliability
- Provide 5 days per week site presence during business hours
Requirements For Data Center Technical Operations Engineer, SYD Colo DCEO
- 4+ years of relevant work experience in facilities management, maintaining a datacenter or critical space facility
- Experience with physical security protocol
- Experience using Microsoft Office and web browser-based applications
- Valid driver's license and own vehicle
- Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, lifting, and climbing ladders
- Willingness to be on-call for 24/7 support
Benefits For Data Center Technical Operations Engineer, SYD Colo DCEO
- Flexible work hours
- Employee-led affinity groups
- Mentorship opportunities
- Career development resources
- Inclusive work culture
