Data Center Cluster Operations Leader, AMER Central

Amazon Web Services (AWS); New Florence (MO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Cluster Operations Leader to guide the Infrastructure Operations team across data centers and colocation environments. This senior role focuses on safety, availability, scaling, and cost management while applying deep engineering knowledge to complex challenges.

You will build high‑performing teams, drive global programs, and partner with software, hardware, network, and security experts to keep AWS cloud infrastructure running at world‑class standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS, engineering, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of management experience in data center operations or similar.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to hire and manage high-performing distributed technical teams.
• Experience delivering complex analytical projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Hire, manage, and develop the operations team, including compute and engineering operations managers, and their teams.
• Achieve organizational performance goals for safety, security, availability, scaling, efficiency, and cost.
• Plan and execute Infrastructure Operations for new Data Centers and Colocation expansions.
• Operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in Amazon Data Centers, including preventive and corrective maintenance and change management.
• Manage Colocation Data Centers service providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs.
• Lead safety, security, and availability incident response, management, and resolution.
• Improve operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools continuously.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data Center Ops

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Job description

Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a fast-paced technology company and a leader in the world of data centers. AWS is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a Cluster Operations Leader to join our expanding Infrastructure Operations team.

The Cluster Operations Leader is one of our most senior management roles in the data center environment. The Cluster Operations Leader manages Amazon Data Center Clusters and Colocation Operations within their assigned region. As senior Infrastructure Operations leader, they oversee safety, security, availability, scaling, efficiency, and cost management.

Infrastructure Operations consists of two core functions: Data Center Operations (DCO) and Data Center Engineering Operations (DCEO). DCO manages server-level platforms supporting Amazon Retail and Amazon Web Services, while DCEO handles mechanical, electrical, and controls systems for critical environments. We seek a leader with experience in both DCO and DCEO systems. Through operating independently, a physical security team works closely with these functions to protect people, assets, and customer data.

The Cluster Operations Leader builds and leads high-performing teams across these functions. They manage daily operations while applying technical expertise to address emerging challenges. Their role requires both strategic oversight and the ability to dive deep into specific issues.

As a vital member of the management team, the Cluster Operations Leader helps scale the world's largest cloud computing infrastructure. The position demands innovation to solve complex daily challenges and drive operational excellence. Success in this role requires strong technical knowledge on both engineering (electrical and mechanical) and compute systems, process optimization skills, and dedication to achieving world-class operational performance.

If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers. This may be the challenge you've been looking for!

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 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

• Hire, manage, and develop the operations team, including compute and engineering operations managers, and their teams
• Achieve organizational performance goals for safety, security, availability, scaling, efficiency, and cost
• Plan and execute Infrastructure Operations for new Data Centers and Colocation expansions
• Operate and maintain mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in Amazon Data Centers, including preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and change management
• Manage Colocation Data Centers service providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs
• Lead safety, security, and availability incident response, management, and resolution
• Improve operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools continuously

A day in the life

At AWS, each day presents unique challenges as the business evolves rapidly. Leaders in this space divide their time between collaborating with global partners and managing local teams. Successful leaders identify priorities in real-time and adjust their focus accordingly. We maintain Amazon's culture of working hard, having fun, and making history.

Work with your local leadership team to provide guardrails to how the team operates. Review different metirc sets with partner teams to provide feedback in how the business should operate. Own and drive global programs. Learn about, create, share Amazon culture to help your team grow and excel.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering or a related technical field
• Can show strong verbal and written communication skills
• 10+ years of relevant management experience in Data Centers operations, facility engineering operations, information technology critical environment facilities, advanced high-volume manufacturing, datacenter buildouts and scaling, or similar experience
• Demonstrated track record in delivering complex analytical and quantitative projects through verbal and written communication.
• Proven ability to hire, develop and manage high-performing geographically distributed technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies
• Knowledge of information technology infrastructure domains such as compute server platforms, storage server platforms, server components, network devices, technologies and architectures, IT service delivery principles and best practices
• Substantial knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in a critical or controlled environment.

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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't 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 https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, MO, New Florence - 170,000.00 - 265,000.00 USD annually

Company - Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Job ID: A10528749