Senior Data Center Operations Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

RSUs

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

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

The role emphasizes availability, performance, and cost control in a high-stakes, global environment. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in operations leadership, deep IT infrastructure knowledge, and experience integrating AWS/cloud hybrid workflows to improve efficiency and reliability.

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 (DMAIC/5 Whys, RCA) and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Data Center Managers and 100–150 hourly associates across regional data centers.
• Attain performance goals related to safety, security, availability, scaling, and efficiency.
• Plan strategic forecasting, appraise performance, and manage staffing needs.
• Develop and share global operational best practices for data centers.
• Oversee infrastructure buildouts including network and server rack infrastructure.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Team development

Communication

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Lean/Kaizen/DMAIC process improvement experience

Job description

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

The role emphasizes availability, performance, and cost control in a high-stakes, global environment. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in operations leadership, deep IT infrastructure knowledge, and experience integrating AWS/cloud hybrid workflows to improve efficiency and reliability.