DCEO Engineer, Data Center Engineering Operations

Alternance Amazon; Paris; Ibrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Amazon Data Services France SAS in Paris is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to perform hands-on operation and maintenance of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure powering AWS cloud services.

The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment repairs, and emergency response within a lease/hybrid data center environment. Strong initiative, self-management, and safety culture are essential for success.

Competenze

• Fluency in English and valid work permit for the country of employment
• Electrical or mechanical certification or diploma in a technical field
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems in critical facilities

Mansioni

• Hands-on operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment (UPS, switchgear, generators, HVAC)
• Monitor and maintain fire detection and suppression systems
• Troubleshoot operational events within SLAs and perform daily rounds
• Coordinate and oversee contractor work when needed
• Maintain documentation of maintenance activities and equipment performance

Conoscenze

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety culture

Formazione

High school diploma

Electrical/Mechanical certification

Diploma or apprenticeship in a technical field

Strumenti

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Descrizione del lavoro

DCEO Engineer, Data Center Engineering Operations

Job ID: 10597750 | Amazon Data Services France SAS

We are looking for a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to join our team at an AWS lease/hybrid data center in Paris. In this highly hands‑on, field-based role, you will perform direct operation and maintenance of the electrical and mechanical infrastructure that powers AWS cloud services.

Unlike colocation environments, you will be responsible for hands‑on preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment repairs, and emergency response. The role requires a motivated, self‑managed individual who demonstrates initiative and proactively seeks solutions to problems while striving for operational excellence.

You will be part of the Engineering and Facilities team, responsible for maintaining availability for customers, ensuring maintenance and operation of technical infrastructure, and the upkeep of the data center facility.

Key job responsibilities

Safety

• Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and encourage a world‑class safety culture


• Lead by example in implementing and maintaining safety protocols


• Respond to emergency situations and coordinate with emergency services as needed

Engineering & Facility Operations and Maintenance

• Hands‑on operation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment including UPS systems, switchgear, circuit breakers, automatic transfer switches, diesel generators, chillers, HVAC systems, exhaust fans, variable frequency drives, and transformers


• Operate, monitor, and maintain fire detection and suppression systems including pre‑action systems, VESDA, and other fire protection equipment


• Perform routine inspections and testing of fire alarm panels, smoke detectors, and suppression systems


• Troubleshoot operational events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs)


• Take daily operational readings of all mechanical and electrical equipment through routine rounds/log‑taking


• Perform hands‑on preventive and corrective maintenance activities on critical infrastructure


• Execute equipment repairs, replacements, and facility modifications in accordance with standards


• Respond to alarms and perform emergency troubleshooting and repairs


• Coordinate and oversee contractor work when specialized services are required


• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities and equipment performance


• Manual handling and lifting of equipment, including working on ladders and at height, may be required (weight limits in accordance with health & safety regulations)


• Leverage AI‑powered tools to improve operational efficiency, troubleshooting, and data analysis


• Generate and contribute to documentation relevant to business and facility operations, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Work Schedule

This is a 100% in-person onsite position based in [Specific location]. The role operates on a shift‑based schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage of data center operations, which may include day shifts, night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

About the team

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee‑led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

Mentorship & Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge‑sharing, mentorship and other career‑advancing resources here to help you develop into a better‑rounded professional.

Work/Life Balance

We value work‑life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud

Basic Qualifications

- Fluency in English, and a valid work permit for the country of employment (no immigration or visa support provided)

- High school diploma or equivalent, and electrical or mechanical certification, apprenticeship, or diploma in a relevant technical field

- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems (power distribution, HVAC, controls) – both practical and theoretical – and general computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications

- Willingness to travel between data center sites within the country of employment if required (driving license required)

- Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) or similar monitoring platforms

- Experience in mission‑critical facilities (data centers, industrial, or similar environments)

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