Amazon

Program Manager Data Center Operations

Amazon$111K — $186K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Experience carrying new design concepts through deployment or mass production
  • Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems
  • Familiarity with power management and monitoring systems
  • 5+ years of project management in data centers or similar critical infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee cross-functional programs to ensure successful delivery.
  • Set objectives for programs and use data analytics to drive improvements.
  • Resolve ambiguities in business scenarios through creative problem-solving.
  • Foster collaboration to optimize resource allocation for project success.
  • Bridge gaps in team dynamics, processes, and systems.
  • Identify and mitigate risks proactively to prevent major issues.
  • Communicate regularly with stakeholders to support business initiatives.

Benefits

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and option for Supplemental life plans)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Are you passionate about improving the quality of business operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment in which you have the opportunity to influence change? Would you like to enable change that drives operational efficiency and optimizes organizational productivity?

Amazon is looking for a Program Manager with a strong delivery record and proven program management experience to own strategic, tactical, cross-functional programs in Data Center Operations.

This role requires scoping and creating project plans, developing processes, coordinating and driving execution, and communicating to management on status, risks and process changes. Cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. The ideal candidate will leverage extensive program management experience, combined with deep analytical capabilities and a keen sense of innovation, to lead programs from conception to completion.

We are actively seeking an experienced Program Manager with a strong background in strategic planning to lead key initiatives that align with our long-term business objectives. This role is ideal for individuals who excel in transforming visions into actionable plans and guiding those plans to fruition. In this role, you will be identifying critical business opportunities and challenges, and in devising innovative solutions to address them. You will work closely with various internal teams and stakeholders, harmonizing different perspectives and ensuring cohesive efforts towards common goals.

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're 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 we're looking for talented people who want to help.

You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll 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 you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.

Key job responsibilities
• Manage and oversee various cross-functional programs, ensuring successful delivery.
• Set clear objectives for programs, leveraging data analytics to drive improvements and achieve metrics.
• Navigate and resolve ambiguities in business scenarios, applying creative problem-solving skills.
• Foster collaboration to optimize resource allocation and project success.
• Bridge gaps in team dynamics, processes, and systems, preventing common program pitfalls.
• Identify and mitigate risks, preventing them from escalating into major issues.
• Regularly communicate with managers, business leaders, and other stakeholders to support key business initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and oversee KPI reporting for a program portfolio, ensuring clear visibility of milestones and project performance.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

- Experience carrying new design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production

- Experience in MS Excel, Word, and Windows Operating Systems

- Experience with power management and power monitoring systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 5+ years of project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure experience

- Knowledge of critical data center equipment

- Knowledge of engineering documentation, electrical diagrams and standard operating procedures

- Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, or OSHA

- Experience in project management in data centers or comparable critical infrastructure

- Experience in Data Center Engineering Operations, with a deep understanding of electrical and mechanical data center infrastructure

- Experience reading and interpreting construction specifications and drawings for all domains

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, Wharton - 111,300.00 - 186,100.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

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