Technical Infra Prog. Manager II, ADC Networking Scaling and Deployment

Socket.dev; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Technical Infrastructure Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in deploying AWS networking infrastructure and data center initiatives in Arlington, VA. You will develop requirements, budgets, and schedules while managing complex, enterprise-scale projects.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of technical program management experience, strong communication skills, and a background in networking and data center deployments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical infrastructure management experience.
• Knowledge of networking, data centers, hardware, and software.
• Experience delivering complex enterprise projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive programs deploying AWS networking infrastructure in data centers and transit centers.
• Manage multiple competing cross-organizational projects/programs on a global scale.
• Interact with Network Engineers, Data Center Technicians, Software Engineers, Security, Deployment Managers and Senior Management daily.
• Participate in engineering reviews of network design.
• Run meetings, maintain timelines, and inform large groups of progress and obstacles.
• Develop detailed and creative solutions to complex problems while monitoring timelines and costs.
• Ensure consistency in deployed configurations and track exceptions for follow-up.
• Drive simplification of architectures and project management to unblock innovation.
• Create predictable process paths for large and complex efforts.

Skills

Network engineering

Infra management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel & Access

MS SharePoint

Job description

Amazon has an immediate opening for a Technical Infrastructure Program Manager to support ADC Network Deployment growth initiatives. The TIPM will lead cross functional teams to drive the implementation and deployment of the completed designs, develop and document requirements, budgets, and project schedules.

The ideal candidate possesses 3+ years in technical program management, plus experience managing complex and large-scale and technology projects. Experience in managing networking projects and / or data center rollouts is essential. A Bachelor's degree is required and demonstrated ability to lead others in a technical environment. Successfully delivering project deliverables while effectively multiple competing priorities is essential. Other requirements include proficiency with MS Office, MS Excel + Access, MS Sharepoint and Project Management Methodologies.

The successful candidate will be an exceptionally strong communicator both written and verbally, and will lead multi-discipline, highly technical project initiatives. The ideal candidate will have successfully managed multiple enterprise-scale infrastructure projects. Their experience includes data center networking technologies, as well as familiarity with software delivery, operating systems, server virtualization products, and data center automation tools.

Candidate must be comfortable managing remote project delivery teams, and possess the ability to facilitate technical whiteboard sessions to troubleshoot project implementation issues, and remove barriers to project success. The candidate can multitask and re-prioritize and effectively lead deliveries based on ever changing business needs. This candidate will be a self starter requiring little guidance, have a 'will get it done attitude' and can make decisions independently. The TIPM will be fully competent in project management tools and techniques for all phases of the project lifecycle.

This position requires that the candidate selected be a U.S. citizen and obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance.

Key job responsibilities

• You will be driving programs deploying AWS networking infrastructure in AWS Data centers and transit centers, to meet the ever growing customer demand.
• Manage multiple competing cross-organizational projects/programs simultaneously on a global scale
• Interact with Network Engineers, Data Center Technicians, Software Engineers, Security, Cross team Deployment Managers, Cross team Technical Program Managers and Senior Management on a daily basis.
• Participate in engineering reviews of network design.
• Run meetings, create and maintain timelines, and keep large, diverse groups informed of progress and obstacles.
• Work with engineers to develop detailed and creative solutions to complex problems, while keeping a watchful eye on timelines and costs.
• Ensure consistency in deployed configurations and track exceptions for follow up
• Drive simplification efforts in engineering and project/program management and architectures to unblock innovation
• Create predictable process paths for large and/or complex efforts.

A day in the life

You will manage the cross-functional projects working with network engineering, Infrastructure and internal project management teams, as well as external vendors to deliver an outcome.

About the team

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 of 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.

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.

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.

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 conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical infrastructure management experience
• Knowledge of best practices and emerging technologies, related to infrastructure (i.e. network, data center, hardware, software)
• Experience with varying scenarios of infrastructure builds

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of network engineering and deployments for large-scale networks in a corporate environment with hands on experience with physical infrastructure installations including hardware integration, racking, and cabling experience

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.

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, VA, Arlington - 127,100.00 - 171,900.00 USD annually