Amazon Web Services (AWS) is expanding its European presence with the European Sovereign Cloud (ESC) initiative, seeking a Senior Datacenter Engineering Operations Manager in Berlin, Germany. This role is crucial for managing AWS's growing data center operations in German facilities. The position involves leading a team of Facility Managers and Operations Engineers, overseeing critical IT infrastructure maintenance, and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.

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The role demands strong leadership skills in managing mission-critical operations, including electrical and mechanical systems like UPS's, Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, and Diesel Generators. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining safety standards, managing vendor relationships, and driving operational excellence across the region.

As part of AWS's Data center Infrastructure Operations (THF) team, you'll work with a diverse group of professionals, including software, hardware, and network engineers. The team is responsible for design, planning, delivery, and operation of servers, storage, and networking equipment, ensuring continuous customer access to the ESC Cloud.

This position offers excellent growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work in an international environment. AWS values diversity and innovation, making it an ideal workplace for those seeking to impact the future of cloud computing infrastructure. The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, offering a challenging yet rewarding career path in data center operations.

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Responsibilities For Senior Manager, Datacenter Engineering Operations - European Sovereign Cloud

• Lead data center operations in German facilities
• Manage a team of Facility Managers and Operations Engineers
• Set and maintain safety standards and promote safety culture
• Oversee vendor relationships and lead contract negotiations
• Execute strategic preventative maintenance and corrective break-fix planning
• Lead facility infrastructure incident management planning
• Manage mission-critical operations environment with electrical and mechanical equipment

Requirements For Senior Manager, Datacenter Engineering Operations - European Sovereign Cloud

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• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of people management experience
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Expert knowledge of data center mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
• Ability to manage geographically distributed Infrastructure Operations team
• Experience managing vendors and partners

Benefits For Senior Manager, Datacenter Engineering Operations - European Sovereign Cloud

Commuter Benefits

Medical Insurance

Mental Health Assistance

Parental Leave

• Permanent contract
• Professional growth opportunities
• Amazon Employee Discount
• Pension Plan
• Life and disability insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Language courses (German/English)
• Commuter benefits
• Family bonus