Regional Data Center Operations Leader

Socket.dev; Wink (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon seeks a senior leader to oversee data center operations across regional facilities. You will direct managers responsible for mission-critical IT infrastructure, networks, servers, and maintenance to ensure high availability and performance.

The role requires proven executive experience in large-scale data center operations, with expertise in IT infrastructure and AWS cloud platforms, including hybrid environments. Travel to training sites may be needed as facilities come online.

Qualifications

• 7+ years management experience in an operations, critical infrastructure, manufacturing, production, or distribution environment.
• 3+ years' experience implementing LEAN/6 Sigma methodology (continuous improvement, DMAIC/DVADV, 5 Whys, Root Cause analysis, etc.)
• 2+ years of network cabling, optic types, and test equipment experience, or experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies.
• Experience in technical work related to computer systems and technology components.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3–9 areas and front-line managers) and 100–150 hourly associates within Regional Data Centers.
• Attain organizational performance goals relating to safety, security, availability, scaling, and efficiency in support of data center operations.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Meet and exceed operational goals with full accountability for results.
• Lead strategic planning and forecasting; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; resolve problems; and address staffing needs.
• Mentor and train staff, developing both technical and soft skills.
• Develop, improve, and share operational best practices across the globe.
• Hire, manage, and develop the operations management team including Data Center Managers and Data Center Operations Technicians.
• Plan and execute Infrastructure Operations for new data center builds and expansions, including network and server racks.
• Balance insourcing/outsourcing, optimize internal skills, and maintain frugality while delivering results.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools.

Skills

Leadership experience

LEAN/6 Sigma

Network cabling experience

Management experience

Job description

Amazon seeks a senior leader to oversee data center operations across regional facilities. You will direct managers responsible for mission-critical IT infrastructure, networks, servers, and maintenance to ensure high availability and performance.

The role requires proven executive experience in large-scale data center operations, with expertise in IT infrastructure and AWS cloud platforms, including hybrid environments. Travel to training sites may be needed as facilities come online.