Data Center Jobs in Arlington, VA
Data Center jobs in Arlington, Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor, Crystal City, and Pentagon City, driven by defense contractors, federal agencies, and technology firms with a heavy Northern Virginia footprint. Employers hiring right now include Amazon, AECOM, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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DESCRIPTION
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services Recruiting team is seeking a talented, customer focused Sourcing Recruiter to join our global recruiting organization. You will be supporting AWS Data Center teams to build robust candidate pipelines and drive proactive sourcing strategies.
Successful Sourcing Recruiters on this team utilize their experience in candidate identification, market research, and pipeline development. They thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, can roll up their sleeves, work hard, and have fun to get the job done. They draw on extensive knowledge of sourcing tools, techniques, and talent markets, building strong relationships with recruiters and hiring managers.
We are looking for a Sourcing Recruiter to help grow and scale hiring in Amazon Web Services (AWS). The Sourcing Recruiter will be aligned to the business working closely with recruiters and AWS Talent Acquisition to execute sourcing strategies; including candidate identification, market mapping, pipeline building, and initial candidate engagement while delivering high-quality candidates for data center roles within AWS.
The ideal candidate must be able to earn trust and collaborate effectively with recruiters and hiring teams. They must be able to plan and prioritize sourcing activities, build and maintain candidate pipelines, have demonstrated ability to use metrics to track sourcing effectiveness and show results, while remaining calm in times of high volume and ambiguity. Thriving in a growth environment and having a strength in creative sourcing will be critical to success in this role. The best candidate will draw on extensive knowledge of sourcing methodologies, tools, and talent markets while building effective partnerships with recruiters, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for sourcing recruiters who will:
- Partner to build effective sourcing strategies for Data Center roles, leveraging baseline knowledge to identify and engage passive candidates through deep understanding of talent markets and sourcing channels.
- Proactively source passive candidates, assess initial fits, and understand candidate motivations to build strong pipelines.
- Provide sourcing insights and market intelligence to recruiters and hiring managers on talent availability, competitive landscape, and effective engagement strategies.
- Develop sourcing models and execute robust search strategies using Boolean, LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and other tools to identify candidates.
- Recommend ideas and strategies that contribute to pipeline health and quality, implementing new sourcing techniques for hard-to-fill technical openings.
- Document sourcing plans with clear deliverables, timelines, and metrics to track pipeline development and candidate engagement effectiveness.
- Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications and interest level before passing qualified candidates through the process
- Participate in special projects and sourcing initiatives to identify passive networking talent.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of corporate or search firm progressive recruiting or research experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of full-time Amazon experience
- Experience with contact management system/applicant tracking system for sourcing, tracking and managing candidates
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing high volume as well as niche hiring
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, VA, Arlington - 56,600.00 - 99,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 99,100.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services Recruiting team is seeking a talented, customer focused Sourcing Recruiter to join our global recruiting organization. You will be supporting AWS Data Center teams to build robust candidate pipelines and drive proactive sourcing strategies.
Successful Sourcing Recruiters on this team utilize their experience in candidate identification, market research, and pipeline development. They thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, can roll up their sleeves, work hard, and have fun to get the job done. They draw on extensive knowledge of sourcing tools, techniques, and talent markets, building strong relationships with recruiters and hiring managers.
We are looking for a Sourcing Recruiter to help grow and scale hiring in Amazon Web Services (AWS). The Sourcing Recruiter will be aligned to the business working closely with recruiters and AWS Talent Acquisition to execute sourcing strategies; including candidate identification, market mapping, pipeline building, and initial candidate engagement while delivering high-quality candidates for data center roles within AWS.
The ideal candidate must be able to earn trust and collaborate effectively with recruiters and hiring teams. They must be able to plan and prioritize sourcing activities, build and maintain candidate pipelines, have demonstrated ability to use metrics to track sourcing effectiveness and show results, while remaining calm in times of high volume and ambiguity. Thriving in a growth environment and having a strength in creative sourcing will be critical to success in this role. The best candidate will draw on extensive knowledge of sourcing methodologies, tools, and talent markets while building effective partnerships with recruiters, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
Key job responsibilities
We are looking for sourcing recruiters who will:
- Partner to build effective sourcing strategies for Data Center roles, leveraging baseline knowledge to identify and engage passive candidates through deep understanding of talent markets and sourcing channels.
- Proactively source passive candidates, assess initial fits, and understand candidate motivations to build strong pipelines.
- Provide sourcing insights and market intelligence to recruiters and hiring managers on talent availability, competitive landscape, and effective engagement strategies.
- Develop sourcing models and execute robust search strategies using Boolean, LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and other tools to identify candidates.
- Recommend ideas and strategies that contribute to pipeline health and quality, implementing new sourcing techniques for hard-to-fill technical openings.
- Document sourcing plans with clear deliverables, timelines, and metrics to track pipeline development and candidate engagement effectiveness.
- Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications and interest level before passing qualified candidates through the process
- Participate in special projects and sourcing initiatives to identify passive networking talent.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of corporate or search firm progressive recruiting or research experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of full-time Amazon experience
- Experience with contact management system/applicant tracking system for sourcing, tracking and managing candidates
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing high volume as well as niche hiring
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, VA, Arlington - 56,600.00 - 99,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 99,100.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon165
- AECOM82
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited55
- INTROL27I
- Gilbane27
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
Data Center Jobs in Arlington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data center job in Arlington?
The fastest path into Arlington's data center market is targeting the defense contractors, federal IT integrators, and cloud infrastructure firms concentrated along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor and in Crystal City. Candidates with CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certifications stand out with these employers. Experience supporting mission-critical uptime for government or enterprise clients is a strong differentiator in this market over generic IT backgrounds.
Which companies hire data centers in Arlington?
Employers hiring data centers in Arlington right now include Amazon, AECOM, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arlington's employer mix leans heavily toward defense primes, federal system integrators, and managed service providers supporting government clients throughout the National Capital Region.
Are there remote data center jobs in Arlington?
Yes, but with limits: hands-on roles such as data center technician and facilities operations are almost exclusively on-site by nature, while monitoring, NOC analyst, and infrastructure engineering positions are more remote-friendly. About 67% of data center openings tied to Arlington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. In Arlington, hybrid arrangements are most common among network operations and cloud infrastructure roles tied to federal contractor offices.
How can I get a data center job in Arlington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Arlington is a help desk or IT support role with a defense contractor or federal IT integrator, many of which hire entry-level candidates and provide clearance sponsorship as a retention incentive. Earning a CompTIA A+ or Network+ before applying gives you a concrete edge. Local community college programs at Northern Virginia Community College also offer data center and networking certificates that Arlington employers recognize for junior roles.
Which industries hire the most data centers in Arlington?
The sectors hiring the most data centers in Arlington are Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arlington's proximity to the Pentagon and major federal agency offices means defense and government IT account for a disproportionate share of local demand compared to other Virginia markets.
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