Energy Strategy Manager Carbon Free Energy, AMER Central Infra-Energy
Austin, TX - USA
Job Summary
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.
Support the growth of clean energy at scale across the AMER Central Region with the AWS Energy this role you will negotiate and execute power supply contracts across AWS regions and create innovative supply structures that integrate our renewable energy portfolio. You will work hand in hand with the real estate team and cross-functional partners to solve difficult problems in high-growth clusters. The candidate will identify key market conditions regulations and market structures to help evaluate opportunities. The optimal candidate will have a results-oriented approach analytical skill set and strong financial acumen including experience negotiating ESAs (Energy Sales Agreements) and PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements).
Key job responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of a comprehensive renewable energy power and utilities strategy for AWS data centers across the AMER Central Region
- Execute electricity supply contracts that create new clean energy capacity on the grid (through utilities) reduce cost minimize risk and leverage opportunities that benefit Amazon
- Responsible for completing due diligence on in-market opportunities and developing those opportunities into cost savings for the business
- Work collaboratively with the Amazon Infrastructure team including Real Estate Water Strategy and Corporate Development partners to support the development of strategic energy sourcing opportunities
- Analyze trends and regulations in the energy space to proactively identify opportunities that benefit Amazon including CFE (Carbon-Free Energy) procurement strategies
- Partner with infrastructure delivery project managers and leadership to align energy strategy with regional capacity growth and data center development timelines
- Be a passionate self-starter
About the team
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
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Work/Life Balance
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Inclusive Team Culture
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Mentorship and Career Growth
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- Bachelors degree in a technical field or business-related field
- 12 years of experience in utility/energy industry in commercial business development financial analysis or infrastructure delivery roles
- 8 years of experience analyzing energy projects and evaluating complex financial structures
- 5 years of experience in carbon free energy procurement
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling and NPV analysis for large-scale infrastructure investments
- Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication organization and problem-solving
- Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) Finance or Engineering
- Experience evaluating emerging power generation technologies (wind solar PV hybrid solutions battery energy storage)
- Familiarity with wholesale power markets and market settlement mechanisms
- Experience working with public utility commissions and energy regulators
- Experience in power marketing and development of renewable energy projects
- Professional certifications such as CFA CPA or PE (Electrical Engineering)
- Demonstrated ability to create standardized frameworks and evaluation methodologies
- Strong bias for action with proven track record of delivering results in ambiguous fast-paced environments
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 TX Austin - 155400.00 - 210200.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 155400.00 - 210200.00 USD annually
Required Experience:
Manager
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