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Amazon seeks exceptional leaders for a strategic senior management position overseeing our data center operations. This executive role offers significant visibility within the organization and aligns with our mission of becoming the world's most customer-centric company.
The DCEO Cluster Manager position encompasses leadership responsibility for multiple data center facilities and their corresponding infrastructure. The successful candidate will direct a substantial organizational structure, providing oversight to Area Managers and Facility Managers while ensuring operational excellence across multiple data center locations.
This position requires demonstrated leadership capabilities and a track record of exceptional performance in managing complex technical operations. The role is integral to maintaining Amazon's world-class data center infrastructure and supporting our continued growth and innovation.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong understanding of data center/mission critical MEP infrastructure. You will be the single point of contact for all facility related issues and work as the technical resource to support Regional Cluster Manager. You will solely be responsible for maintaining 100% service uptime in your Cluster. You have a very high-level view of your organization, but you will need to deep dive into detail as needed. You will also be interacting with the global team daily by representing the Data Center Engineering Operations team.
If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers. This may be the challenge you’ve been looking for!
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.
Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States)
Key job responsibilities
- Hiring, managing, and developing the operations management team including facility managers, area managers, chief engineers, and facility technicians.
- Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
- Responsible for the on-site management of 24x7 shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices and procedures.
- Build and maintain sustainable organizational structure.
- Work with business development, real estate, engineering and construction team to forecast staffing and maintain.
- Mentor and develop employees.
- Hiring strategy and participation in recruiting events.
- Operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems for Amazon data centers include preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and change management.
- Manage all facility related repairs in a timely manner.
- Daily/weekly/monthly Data Center Engineering Operations meetings and reporting.
- Run weekly availability meetings and report outcomes.
- Liaise with a global team on global initiatives as well as process and procedures, implement those initiatives locally in Atlanta.
- Vendor management of colocation data center services providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs.
- Safety, security, and availability of incident response, incident management, incident resolution, and root cause analysis.
- Cost management including OPEX and CAPEX associated with all data centers you oversee.
- Continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools.
- Lead and manage energy efficiency initiatives in your Cluster.
- Support capacity planning and management and actively involved in ongoing construction activities.
A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on problem-solving. You'll navigate complex facility challenges, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure our data centers operate with precision and reliability. From monitoring critical systems to managing project timelines, every moment will be an opportunity to make a significant impact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience hiring, developing, and managing high-performing technical teams
- 5+ years of managing managers experience
- 10+ years of mission critical facilities experience
- In depth knowledge of Data Center Facilities such as generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, UPS, electrical sub distribution systems, fire detection and suppression systems, cable reticulation systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- Experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms
- Broad knowledge of information technology infrastructure domains such as computing server platforms, storage server platforms, server components, network devices, technologies and architectures, IT service delivery principles and best practices.
- Mission Critical facility management experience for a large enterprise or large Colocation provider
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.
LOCATION
USA, MO, New Florence - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon seeks exceptional leaders for a strategic senior management position overseeing our data center operations. This executive role offers significant visibility within the organization and aligns with our mission of becoming the world's most customer-centric company.
The DCEO Cluster Manager position encompasses leadership responsibility for multiple data center facilities and their corresponding infrastructure. The successful candidate will direct a substantial organizational structure, providing oversight to Area Managers and Facility Managers while ensuring operational excellence across multiple data center locations.
This position requires demonstrated leadership capabilities and a track record of exceptional performance in managing complex technical operations. The role is integral to maintaining Amazon's world-class data center infrastructure and supporting our continued growth and innovation.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong understanding of data center/mission critical MEP infrastructure. You will be the single point of contact for all facility related issues and work as the technical resource to support Regional Cluster Manager. You will solely be responsible for maintaining 100% service uptime in your Cluster. You have a very high-level view of your organization, but you will need to deep dive into detail as needed. You will also be interacting with the global team daily by representing the Data Center Engineering Operations team.
If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon.com data centers. This may be the challenge you’ve been looking for!
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.
Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States)
Key job responsibilities
- Hiring, managing, and developing the operations management team including facility managers, area managers, chief engineers, and facility technicians.
- Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
- Responsible for the on-site management of 24x7 shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors, ensuring that all work performed is in accordance with established practices and procedures.
- Build and maintain sustainable organizational structure.
- Work with business development, real estate, engineering and construction team to forecast staffing and maintain.
- Mentor and develop employees.
- Hiring strategy and participation in recruiting events.
- Operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems for Amazon data centers include preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and change management.
- Manage all facility related repairs in a timely manner.
- Daily/weekly/monthly Data Center Engineering Operations meetings and reporting.
- Run weekly availability meetings and report outcomes.
- Liaise with a global team on global initiatives as well as process and procedures, implement those initiatives locally in Atlanta.
- Vendor management of colocation data center services providers to meet or exceed contracted performance SLAs.
- Safety, security, and availability of incident response, incident management, incident resolution, and root cause analysis.
- Cost management including OPEX and CAPEX associated with all data centers you oversee.
- Continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools.
- Lead and manage energy efficiency initiatives in your Cluster.
- Support capacity planning and management and actively involved in ongoing construction activities.
A day in the life
Your day will be a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on problem-solving. You'll navigate complex facility challenges, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure our data centers operate with precision and reliability. From monitoring critical systems to managing project timelines, every moment will be an opportunity to make a significant impact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience hiring, developing, and managing high-performing technical teams
- 5+ years of managing managers experience
- 10+ years of mission critical facilities experience
- In depth knowledge of Data Center Facilities such as generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, UPS, electrical sub distribution systems, fire detection and suppression systems, cable reticulation systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
- Experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms
- Broad knowledge of information technology infrastructure domains such as computing server platforms, storage server platforms, server components, network devices, technologies and architectures, IT service delivery principles and best practices.
- Mission Critical facility management experience for a large enterprise or large Colocation provider
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.
LOCATION
USA, MO, New Florence - 153,200.00 - 254,500.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Data Center Engineering
Document your technical specialization before applying
Gather credentials that establish your specialty: data center design certifications, critical facilities training records, and project documentation showing hands-on infrastructure work. PERM requires proving your qualifications match the job requirements exactly, so gaps in documentation slow the process.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Use OFLC Wage Search to filter disclosed LCA filings by job title and location. Employers who have filed for data center roles before understand the PERM timeline and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process due to cost or timeline surprises.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on data center employers who have already completed EB-2 or EB-3 filings rather than pitching the process cold to hiring managers unfamiliar with PERM requirements.
Clarify your EB-2 versus EB-3 fit early
EB-2 applies if your role requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials; EB-3 covers bachelor's-level positions. Data center engineering spans both categories depending on the employer's job requirements, so confirming your category upfront prevents a PERM filing that USCIS may challenge.
Negotiate a PERM timeline commitment in your offer
Ask employers to specify when they plan to begin the PERM labor certification after your start date. Many data center employers delay filing until year two or three, and without a written commitment, you have no leverage if business priorities shift.
Check your country's priority date backlog before accepting
EB-3 has no annual cap at the petition stage, but visa number availability for nationals of India or China can mean waits of years before adjustment of status. Confirm the current Visa Bulletin priority dates so you understand the full green card timeline before signing an offer.
Green Card Data Center Engineering: Frequently Asked Questions
Do data center engineering roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on how the employer writes the job requirements. Roles requiring a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five or more years of specialized experience typically fall under EB-2. Standard infrastructure or systems engineering positions requiring a bachelor's degree generally qualify under EB-3. Your employer's PERM job description determines which category applies, so reviewing that document before filing matters.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for data center engineers?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status tied to annual lottery selection and a six-year cap, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. EB-3 petitions face no annual filing cap, though visa number backlogs vary by nationality. The PERM process also requires the employer to conduct a formal labor market test before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, making employer commitment a more significant factor than in H-1B sponsorship.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for data center engineering roles?
PERM labor certification through DOL currently takes several months to over a year depending on whether the case requires audit. After an approved PERM, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS. For nationals of most countries, adjustment of status can follow relatively quickly once a visa number is available. Indian and Chinese nationals face significantly longer waits due to per-country annual limits on visa numbers under EB-2 and EB-3.
Where can I find data center engineering jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for data center engineering roles where employers have verified green card sponsorship histories, filtering out postings from companies without PERM filing experience. This saves time by focusing your applications on employers already familiar with the PERM labor certification requirements, I-140 costs, and the multi-year commitment that employment-based green card sponsorship involves.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification regardless of your current nonimmigrant status, and starting PERM while you're on H-1B gives you the most time to accumulate priority date history. If your I-140 is approved and your priority date becomes current, you can file for adjustment of status to permanent residency without leaving the country, provided you maintain valid status throughout the process.