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- Headquartered in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
- Over 1.5 million employees worldwide
- Leading cloud services through Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Acquired Whole Foods, Twitch, and Ring
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Overview
Amazon is hiring a Data Center Chief Engineer to oversee the operations of critical infrastructure systems in their data centers. You'll work with advanced technology and lead a team to ensure operational excellence. This position requires extensive experience in facilities management and engineering operations.
Job Description
Who you are
You have extensive experience in data center operations and facilities management — you've successfully overseen critical infrastructure systems and understand the complexities involved in maintaining high-performance environments. Your background includes working with power distribution equipment, generators, and cooling systems, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and efficiently.
You are a natural leader who enjoys mentoring and guiding teams — you thrive in environments where you can provide training and set a positive team culture. Your ability to perform root cause analysis and troubleshoot equipment failures makes you a valuable asset in any situation.
You are passionate about technology and continuously seek to implement the newest practices and innovations — your proactive approach to learning and evolving has helped you stay ahead in the industry. You understand the importance of safety and security in data centers and are committed to maintaining the highest standards.
Desirable
Experience with advanced building monitoring systems and emergency services management would be a plus. Familiarity with AWS and cloud computing technologies can enhance your contributions to the team.
What you'll do
As the Data Center Chief Engineer, you will act as the primary escalation point for all facilities-related issues, ensuring that operations run without interruption. You will oversee the management of routine and emergency services across various critical systems, including switchgear, UPS systems, and cooling towers. Your role will involve performing root cause analysis of equipment failures and troubleshooting within internal Service Level Agreements (SLA).
You will provide training and guidance to Engineering Operations Technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork. Collaborating closely with the Facility Manager, you will help set the team culture and implement new standard practices that enhance operational efficiency.
Your responsibilities will also include testing and implementing new technologies to meet the demands of a changing market. You will work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, contributing to the continuous improvement of data center operations and ensuring that Amazon remains a leader in the field.
What we offer
At Amazon, you will be part of a company that values innovation and customer-centricity. We offer a competitive compensation package, including equity and sign-on payments, along with a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in one of the most sophisticated and secure data centers in the world, contributing to projects that have a significant impact on our customers and the industry as a whole.
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