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Lifecycle Marketing Manager roles involve owning email, SMS, and retention programs across the full customer journey, making them a strong fit for OPT students with marketing degrees. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under STEM-adjacent or business classifications, supporting CPT, OPT, and H-1B visa transition.
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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.
Within Infrastructure Services and Data Center Engineering, the Electrical Products and Services team is developing resilient electrical distribution products and systems. Our designs are fundamentally changing the data center, providing operational and financial benefits that are critical to the success of the AWS business and its millions of customers. Our engineers solve challenging technology problems and take big bets on new concepts, enabling AWS services to continue to revolutionize the industry.
We're seeking a Product Lifecycle Engineer with hands-on design, manufacturing, and installation experience of electrical and/or mechanical products. If you have experience leading product design, have an understanding of electronics, and know how products should be manufactured to ensure quality you may be a good fit. You should be capable of understanding detailed electrical equipment specifications and evaluating the merit and risks of design changes.
As a Global AWS Product Lifecycle Engineer, you will provide electrical infrastructure support to AWS data centers. You will collaborate with the product development team to gain deep understanding of all facets of each product as they are being developed and tested, and then have engineering ownership of the product through its operational life. You will be a global ‘go-to’ engineering resource for electrical AWS products deployed in data centers.
Amazon has a global presence. Intermittent travel will be necessary and should be expected to be around 30%. While most travel will be domestic, some international travel may be necessary.
Key job responsibilities
- Review, update, and approve equipment submittals
- Work with global equipment suppliers and manufacturers
- Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. reliability, operations, design, compliance)
- Work on concurrent projects, in multiple geographic zones
- Understand and explain complex systems in clear and concise language
- Provide support to Field Engineering for root cause analysis, with collaboration with quality team for component-level investigations, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review for both mechanical and electrical issues
- Listen to the voice of the customer to understand if there are improvements that can be made to increase product reliability or availability
- Work with global supplier and manufacturers to design product improvements, and to oversee root cause analysis
- Contribute to our global body of knowledge and drive a cycle of continuous improvement at a global scale
About the team
Why AWS
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.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
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.
Inclusive Team Culture
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 (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
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
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
- Experience in commissioning
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 4+ years of experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
- Knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment or design related to data center electrical and mechanical topology
- Experience in Backup Generator with exhaust aftertreatment, Switchgear, or HVAC system product design, product packaging, system integration, and layout design
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, GA, Atlanta - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
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.
Within Infrastructure Services and Data Center Engineering, the Electrical Products and Services team is developing resilient electrical distribution products and systems. Our designs are fundamentally changing the data center, providing operational and financial benefits that are critical to the success of the AWS business and its millions of customers. Our engineers solve challenging technology problems and take big bets on new concepts, enabling AWS services to continue to revolutionize the industry.
We're seeking a Product Lifecycle Engineer with hands-on design, manufacturing, and installation experience of electrical and/or mechanical products. If you have experience leading product design, have an understanding of electronics, and know how products should be manufactured to ensure quality you may be a good fit. You should be capable of understanding detailed electrical equipment specifications and evaluating the merit and risks of design changes.
As a Global AWS Product Lifecycle Engineer, you will provide electrical infrastructure support to AWS data centers. You will collaborate with the product development team to gain deep understanding of all facets of each product as they are being developed and tested, and then have engineering ownership of the product through its operational life. You will be a global ‘go-to’ engineering resource for electrical AWS products deployed in data centers.
Amazon has a global presence. Intermittent travel will be necessary and should be expected to be around 30%. While most travel will be domestic, some international travel may be necessary.
Key job responsibilities
- Review, update, and approve equipment submittals
- Work with global equipment suppliers and manufacturers
- Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g. reliability, operations, design, compliance)
- Work on concurrent projects, in multiple geographic zones
- Understand and explain complex systems in clear and concise language
- Provide support to Field Engineering for root cause analysis, with collaboration with quality team for component-level investigations, maintenance and troubleshooting support, and operating procedure review for both mechanical and electrical issues
- Listen to the voice of the customer to understand if there are improvements that can be made to increase product reliability or availability
- Work with global supplier and manufacturers to design product improvements, and to oversee root cause analysis
- Contribute to our global body of knowledge and drive a cycle of continuous improvement at a global scale
About the team
Why AWS
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.
Diverse Experiences
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
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.
Inclusive Team Culture
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 (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
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
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
- Experience in commissioning
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 4+ years of experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
- Knowledge of both mechanical and electrical equipment or design related to data center electrical and mechanical topology
- Experience in Backup Generator with exhaust aftertreatment, Switchgear, or HVAC system product design, product packaging, system integration, and layout design
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, GA, Atlanta - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Lifecycle Marketing Manager
Target companies with established CRM infrastructure
Employers running Braze, Klaviyo, or Salesforce Marketing Cloud are already investing in lifecycle programs. These teams hire regularly and are more likely to understand OPT authorization, making sponsorship conversations smoother once you've proven value.
Lead with measurable retention outcomes
Lifecycle roles are evaluated on open rates, conversion lifts, and churn reduction. Quantify your results from internships or academic projects. Concrete numbers shift the conversation from visa paperwork to ROI, which is what hiring managers care about most.
Understand your OPT clock before accepting offers
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. If your degree is STEM-eligible, a 24-month extension is available. Knowing your timeline lets you negotiate start dates and have honest H-1B visa conversations with employers before the offer stage.
Prioritize mid-size tech and e-commerce companies
Startups often lack HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Enterprise firms move slowly. Mid-size companies in growth mode typically have the budget, urgency, and flexibility to sponsor OPT students who demonstrate immediate impact in retention and engagement programs.
Frame your segmentation and automation skills clearly
Lifecycle roles require audience segmentation, A/B testing, and workflow automation. If you've built drip sequences or behavioral triggers, say so explicitly on your resume. These are the exact skills employers screen for before worrying about visa status.
Raise OPT status after demonstrating interest, not before
Wait until a recruiter signals genuine interest before disclosing your OPT status. Once they're engaged with your skills and background, visa conversations are far easier. Disclosing too early gives employers a reason to screen you out before reviewing your work.
Lifecycle Marketing Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Lifecycle Marketing Managers?
Yes. Lifecycle Marketing Manager roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in marketing, communications, business, or a related field. That makes them fully eligible for F-1 OPT work authorization. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your specific degree program appears on the DHS STEM designated degree list.
Is a Lifecycle Marketing Manager role STEM OPT eligible?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated from a program classified under CIP codes like Management Information Systems, Marketing Research, or Applied Statistics, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A pure Marketing or Communications degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code on the DHS STEM list and confirm with your DSO before applying.
How do I find Lifecycle Marketing Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't hire international students. Searching there saves significant time compared to filtering general job boards manually. Focus on companies in e-commerce, SaaS, and consumer subscription, where lifecycle programs are a core business function and sponsorship is common.
What should I do if my OPT expires before I secure a Lifecycle Marketing Manager role?
If your OPT EAD expires without a new authorization in place, you must stop working immediately. If you're eligible for a STEM OPT extension, file the I-765 with USCIS at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. You have a 60-day grace period after OPT ends to prepare for departure or transition to another status, but you cannot work during that window.
Which industries hire Lifecycle Marketing Managers who are on OPT?
E-commerce, SaaS, fintech, and direct-to-consumer brands are the most active hirers for lifecycle roles. These companies depend on email and retention programs as primary revenue drivers, so they hire regularly and often have experience working with OPT students. Health tech and edtech companies are also growing in this area as they scale subscriber and patient engagement programs.