AMAZON IS HIRING DATA CENTER ENGINEERING OPERATIONS ENGINEER

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Job ID: 2746808
Location: Telangana, India (with potential opportunities in other locations within India)
Company: Amazon Data Services India Private Limited (ADSIPL)

Role Overview:

The Data Center Engineering Operations Engineer is responsible for the hands-on management of all mechanical, electrical, and safety systems within AWS Data Centers in India. This role includes the oversight of critical infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operations and Maintenance:
    • Full ownership of Data Center events, incidents, and problems.
    • Manage the maintenance and repairs of critical infrastructure.
    • Ensure the standardization of operating procedures.
    • Handle asset and inventory management.
    • Develop a deep understanding of all Data Center systems.
    • Manage financial, regulatory, and personnel aspects related to engineering.
    • Oversee health, safety, and environmental management.
    • Ensure compliance with Amazon standards and local regulations.
  • Incident and Emergency Response:
    • Review and document incident reports.
    • Coordinate information flow during incidents.
    • Manage vendor interactions during emergencies.
  • Daily Operations:
    • Troubleshoot facility and rack-level issues.
    • Manage contractors and vendors on-site.
    • Perform maintenance and operations on all critical infrastructure.
    • Provide operational metrics to ensure uptime.
    • Support installation and decommissioning of equipment.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • At least 2 years of experience in Data Center operations with on-call support.
  • Undergraduate degree in a technical field (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering).
  • Understanding of mission-critical systems (e.g., Data Centers, Hospitals, Power plants).
  • Ability to solve problems and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong vendor negotiation and management skills.
  • Excellent technical writing skills for documentation and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Deep understanding of electrical and mechanical systems used in Data Centers (e.g., UPS, generators, cooling systems).
  • Familiarity with fire detection, suppression systems, and other facilities systems.
  • Certifications like PMP, Prince2, ITIL, BICSI, ASHRAE, or CDCP/S/E are highly regarded.

Work Environment:

  • 24×7 on-call support.
  • Shift work, including weekends, with shifts up to 12 hours.
  • Work-life balance and an inclusive team culture are emphasized.

Why AWS:

Amazon Web Services is a leading cloud platform, offering a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life harmony, inclusive culture, and career growth through mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.

Application:

Apply through the Amazon jobs portal: APPLY NOW