Data Center Operations Cluster Lead — Global Impact

Amazon Web Services (AWS); New Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 145,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

RSUs and benefits

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks an executive leader to oversee regional data center operations, directing managers responsible for mission-critical infrastructure, networks, servers, and facilities.

This role emphasizes operational excellence, cross-site collaboration, and scalable processes to sustain high availability. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in enterprise data centers, hybrid IT environments, and a track record of delivering safety, reliability, and cost efficiency at

Qualifications

• Experience in technical work related to computer systems and technology components.
• 7+ years management experience in operations, critical infrastructure, manufacturing, production, or distribution.
• 3+ years implementing LEAN/6 Sigma methodologies (DMAIC/DVADV, 5 Whys, Root Cause analysis).
• 3+ years working with data center networking cabling, optic types, test equipment, and cabling best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers and hourly associates across regional data centers.
• Drive safety, security, availability, scalability, and efficiency in data center operations.
• Oversee strategic planning, staffing, performance appraisals, and process improvements.
• Develop and share best practices for global data center operations and infrastructure planning.

Skills

Technical work experience

Operations management

LEAN/6 Sigma

Data center networking & cabling

Education

Associate's degree or above

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. seeks an executive leader to oversee regional data center operations, directing managers responsible for mission-critical infrastructure, networks, servers, and facilities.

This role emphasizes operational excellence, cross-site collaboration, and scalable processes to sustain high availability. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in enterprise data centers, hybrid IT environments, and a track record of delivering safety, reliability, and cost efficiency at