Amazon

Data Center Operations Manager, DCO

Amazon$96K — $169K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years in IT or a relevant degree in computer science, engineering, or mathematics
  • 1+ year in operations and on-call support for data centers or critical production facilities
  • 1+ year experience with networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, SSL, OSI Model, TCP/IP)
  • 2+ years of data center experience preferred
  • Experience communicating results to senior leadership
  • Project management certification (PMP, Scrum, Agile) is a plus
  • Knowledge of AWS services such as EC2, EBS, and S3

Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop teams of high-performing engineers
  • Maintain and optimize operations of existing data centers
  • Assist in building and launching new data centers
  • Continuously improve processes and procedures
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors
  • Collaborate with internal teams and management groups
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety standards
  • Create metrics to drive improvements across data centers

Benefits

  • Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • EAP and mental health support programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
As a Data Center Manager in Amazon, you will get to manage the world's largest Cloud Computing Infrastructure. We encounter interesting, challenging & complex problems every day, being a technical manager in Amazon means that you can innovate to solve these issues and help drive Operations Excellence in all areas of your role.

You will be a proven manager with experience managing teams of high performers. You will have the ability to refine and develop processes to optimize operational excellence in every area of your role. You will be able to drive performance levels to achieve the pace we build and operate our Data Centers at. You will have previous experience in Data Centers, either building or managing (or both) along with exposure to developing great relationships with both internal teams and external vendors.

Key job responsibilities

- Managing and developing teams of engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring highest levels of performance.

- Maintaining existing Data Centers

- Helping build and bring online new Data Centers

- Constantly improving all our processes and procedures. We believe there is nothing we cannot improve

- Assisting & managing relationships with external vendors & contractors

- Liaising with internal teams & management groups

- Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers

- Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes

- Assisting in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 4+ years of Information Technology (IT) experience, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent

- 1+ years of operations and on-call support for data center facilities, mission critical plants, or production facilities experience

- 1+ years of networking (such as DNS, DHCP, SSL, OSI Model, and TCP/IP) experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 2+ years of data center experience

- Experience communicating results to senior leadership, or experience in building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making

- Experience conducting interviews and making effective hiring decisions

- project management certification such as PMP, Scrum, or other Agile certification

- Knowledge of AWS services, such as Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Elastic Block Storage (EBS), and Simple Storage Service (S3)

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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, TX, Clifton - 96,900.00 - 169,700.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
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