About the Role

The Data Center Chief Engineer ensures 100% availability of critical physical infrastructure supporting AWS data centers. This role manages electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment operations, leads engineering teams, and oversees maintenance and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

• Management and leadership of DCEO Engineering Team
• Establish performance benchmarks and prepare reports on critical facility operations
• Oversee operation of critical systems like switchgear, generators, UPS, chillers, and cooling towers
• Data Center capacity planning and reporting
• Respond to emergency calls as first level escalation point for facility issues

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

• 3+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
• 3+ years of data center or mission critical facilities experience
• Technical training or degree in relevant field (electrical, mechanical)

Nice to Have:

• 4+ years of data center engineering experience
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Experience leading a team

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible work-life harmony culture
• Inclusive culture with employee-led affinity groups
• Career-advancing resources and mentorship
• Medical, financial, and other benefits
• Equity and sign-on payments may be provided