Data Center Cluster Operations Leader, AWS Data Centers

The Cluster Operations Leader manages Amazon Data Center Clusters and Colocation Operations within their assigned region. As the senior Infrastructure Operations leader they oversee safety security availability scaling efficiency and cost management.

Infrastructure Operations consists of two core functions: Data Center Operations (DCO) and Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO). DCO manages server-level platforms supporting Amazon Retail and Amazon Web Services while DCEO handles mechanical electrical and controls systems for critical environments. We seek a leader with experience on both DCO and DCEO systems. Though operating independently a physical security team works closely with these functions to protect people assets and customer data.

The Cluster Operations Leader builds and leads high-performing teams across these functions. They manage daily operations while applying technical expertise to address emerging challenges. Their role requires both strategic oversight and the ability to dive deep into specific issues.

As a vital member of the management team the Cluster Operations Leader helps scale the worlds largest cloud computing infrastructure. The position demands innovation to solve complex daily challenges and drive operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong technical knowledge on both engineering (electrical and mechanical) and compute systems process optimization skills and dedication to achieving world-class operational performance.



Key job responsibilities
- Hire manage and develop the operations team including compute and engineering operations managers and their teams
- Achieve organizational performance goals for safety security availability scaling efficiency and cost
- Plan and execute Infrastructure Operations for new Data Centers and Colocation expansions
- Operate and maintain mechanical electrical and controls systems in Amazon Data Centers including preventive maintenance corrective maintenance and change management
- Manage Colocation Data Centers service providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs
- Lead safety security and availability incident response management and resolution
- Improve operational processes procedures methods and tools continuously

About the 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.



- 10 years of relevant management experience in datacenter operations facility engineering operations information technology critical environment facilities advanced high volume manufacturing datacenter build-outs and scaling or similar experience
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Computer Science or a related field or relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated track record in delivering complex analytical and quantitative projects through verbal and written communication
- Proven ability to hire develop and manage high-performing geographically distributed technical teams
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills

- Knowledge of mechanical electrical and controls systems for critical infrastructures
- Expertise in one or more continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma
- Broad knowledge of information technology infrastructure domains such as compute server platforms storage server platforms server components network devices technologies and architectures IT service delivery principles and best practices.

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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 OH Dublin - 182300.00 - 272500.00 USD annually