About the Role

The Data Center Chief Engineer - Night oversees critical data center operations, acting as the primary escalation point for facilities issues and managing electrical/mechanical equipment. They lead a team of technicians, perform root cause analysis, and ensure 99.999% uptime for AWS infrastructure. This role involves hands-on troubleshooting, project management, and maintaining safety standards during night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as primary escalation point for facilities-related issues and oversee critical systems like switchgear, generators, UPS, and cooling equipment
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and troubleshoot within SLAs
• Train and guide Engineering Operations Technicians and help set team culture
• Create and deploy standard practices for technicians and vendor teams
• Manage projects from conception to completion, coordinating with engineering and finance teams

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must Have:

• Technical (Military/Trade School) training or degree in a relevant field (e.g., electrical, mechanical)
• 4+ years of electrical or mechanical experience
• 4+ years of data center or mission critical facilities experience (e.g., hospital, military facility)
• Willingness to work night shifts and respond to emergency calls outside normal hours

Nice to Have:

• 5+ years of Data Center Engineering Experience
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree
• Experience leading a team

Benefits & Perks

• Inclusive team culture with affinity groups and inclusion events
• Work-life harmony with flexibility
• Mentorship and career growth resources
• Total compensation package including equity, sign-on payments, medical, financial benefits