Regional Senior Manager , AWS Data Center Engineering

The AWS Infrastructure Operations organization is looking for an extraordinary individual with proven and tested leadership and management skills as a leader in our facilities operations organization in JAN as a Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO) Cluster Manager.

DCEO Cluster Manager is one of our most senior management this role you will be a Leader of Leaders responsible for leading a large regional organization of Data Centers across Mississippi managing Area Managers Facility Managers Chief Engineers and Ops Technicians (facilities & IT) who support data center facility infrastructure.

The pace scale and growth of Amazons data center platform will challenge you. Our uncompromisingly high standards will push you to new levels of creativity as we continually seek to innovate on behalf of our customers. At this level Amazon is unique in that we seek experienced senior leaders who have evolved to be highly strategic in their approach to managing their business unit yet understand how to lead large teams by example. These are leaders who will not hesitate to roll up their sleeves when needed.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong understanding in data center/mission critical Mechanical / Electrical / Pumping (MEP) infrastructure.

You will solely be responsible for maintaining 100% service uptime in your Cluster. You have a very high-level view of your organization but you will need to deep dive into details as needed. You will also be interacting with a global team on a daily basis by representing the MS Data Center Engineering Operations team.


AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design planning delivery and operation of all AWS global other words were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers storage networking power and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain and were looking for talented people who want to help.

Youll join a diverse team of software hardware and network engineers supply chain specialists security experts operations managers and other vital roles. Youll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And youll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

At Amazon were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people. Join this highly visible team in a highly visible role.


If you are passionate about the Customer Experience think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of data centers. This may be the challenge youve been looking for!

Key job responsibilities
- Hiring managing and developing the operations management team including facility managers area managers chief engineers facility technicians.
- Establish performance benchmarks conduct analyses and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance
- Responsible for the on-site management of shift technicians senior shift technicians sub-contractors and vendors ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices and procedures.
- Build and maintain sustainable organizational structure.
- Work with business development real estate engineering and construction team to forecast staffing and maintain.
- Mentor and develop employees.
- Hiring strategy and participation in recruiting events.
- Operation and maintenance of mechanical electrical and controls systems for Amazon data centers to include preventive maintenance corrective maintenance and change management.
- Manage all facility related repairs in a timely manner
- Daily/weekly/monthly/Data Center Engineering Operations meetings and reporting.
- Run weekly availability meeting and report outcomes.
- Liaise with global team on global initiatives as well as process and procedures implement those initiatives locally in Atlanta.
- Vendor management of colocation data center services providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs.
- Safety security and availability incident response incident management incident resolution and root cause analysis.
- Cost management including OPEX and CAPEX associated with all data centers you are in charge.
- Continuous improvement of operational processes procedures methods and tools.
- Lead and manage energy efficiency initiatives in your Cluster.
- Support capacity planning and management


About the team
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.

Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.

Inclusive Team Culture
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship and Career Growth
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.


- 2 years of management experience
- 4 years of general contractor and vendor management work (request for proposals bidding change orders quality control RFI/submittal tracking) associated with construction and project execution experience
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders transformers generators switchgear UPS systems ATS units PDU units chillers pumps air handling units and CRAC units
- 4 years of experience in a Leader of Leader management capacity
- 3 years of experience in a regional (multi- site) leadership capacity

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety BOCA NFPA NEC and OSHA
- Experience owning the operation of a mission-critical team or product
- Experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms
- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture 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 including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at MS Canton - 137900.00 - 229100.00 USD annually