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Operations Leader, AWS Infrastructure

On-site in Zaragoza·Added 1 month ago

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Amazon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Zaragoza
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Director-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree or above in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- Bachelor's degree or above in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or an equivalent engineering science

- Experience leading large teams, with demonstrable ability to hire, develop, and manage high-performing technical teams

- Experience with hiring, promoting, performance management, and developing teams of professional construction/engineering staff

Nice to have

- Experience delivering complex projects with prior ownership of the operation of a mission-critical team and/or product

The role

Join AWS at a pivotal moment in our growth in Aragon, Spain. This leadership role will play a key part in our plans to invest €33.7 billion to expand and support data center infrastructure.

The Cluster Leader is one of our most senior management roles in the data center environment. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a large organization, managing department heads who own data center facility infrastructure including the operational availability of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. The pace, scale, and growth of Amazon’s data center platform will challenge you. Our uncompromisingly high standards as we continually seek to innovate on behalf of our customers will push you to new levels of creativity.

At this level, Amazon is unique in that we seek experienced senior leaders who have evolved to be highly strategic in their approach to managing their business unit, yet understand how to lead large teams by example who will not hesitate to roll up their sleeves when tactical needs dictate it.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience of leading large organizations, with data center experience not required to be successful in this role.

If you are passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to the operational excellence of Amazon data centers. This may be the challenge you’ve been looking for!

What you'll do

Key job responsibilities

- Drive safety culture and security initiatives across multiple data center facilities

- Develop and implement operational strategies that align with AWS's global standards while addressing cluster requirements

- Oversee capacity planning, delivery, and growth strategies to meet customer demand

- Direct engineering operations across multiple data centers

- Manage complex multi-stakeholder coordination requirements with internal teams, vendors, and local authorities

- Champion inclusion, diversity, and equity initiatives within the regional organization

- Implement sustainability programs and ensure environmental compliance across all facilities

- Oversee financial performance, budget planning, and cost optimization initiatives

- Drive continuous improvement in operational metrics, efficiency, and service delivery

- Hiring, managing, and developing the operations management team

Hiring process

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Assessments
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Role-specific online assessments where the role requires them.
Phone screening
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If you meet the basic qualifications you may be asked to complete a phone screening.
Interview loop
With current employees
Individual interviews with current employees, each assessing different aspects of your skills and experience; in person or remote.

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About Amazon

Amazon is a global technology company focused on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the world's largest employers and operates a vast network of fulfillment centers, data centers, and corporate offices across the globe. In Spain, Amazon has a significant presence with corporate offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center facilities, including in Huesca and other regions. The company is known for its customer-centric culture, innovation, and fast-paced work environment, offering a wide range of roles from engineering and operations to corporate and creative positions.

Industry: E-commerce and Cloud
Founded: 1994
Employees: 1,000,000+
Headquarters: Seattle, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Huesca
Website: amazon.jobs

Good to know if you are moving

Amazon offers a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa sponsorship and support for moving to Spain.
The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, as well as numerous fulfillment and data center locations.
Amazon is known for its leadership principles, which are integral to its corporate culture and are important for career advancement.
Employees often have the opportunity to work on global projects and collaborate with teams across different countries.
Amazon provides competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, stock options, and career development programs.

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Additional information

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.

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