> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1405892-data-center-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1405892-data-center-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Manager - **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc. - **Location:** Canton, MS, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $70,700.0 - $123,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Data Centers, Network Diagnostics, Queue Management Systems, Computer Equipment, AWS Data Analytics - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/D8288BFCF98945C38311D73E50CF5A87/job/ ## About the Role This position involves leading teams in hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair and includes participation in an on-call rotation. All candidates should be willing to work both independently and managing their teams effectively. Work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful. In addition to strong knowledge in Data Centers, hardware and network repair, candidates will create documentation, innovate solutions, participate in site-level project work, and fix complex problems within the Data Center Space. This team works in an environment that operates 24/7, in addition this role will operate on a night shift schedule that is subject to adjustment to meet operational demands., * 2+ years of data center, network engineering, and/or systems engineering experience * 2+ years of experience managing people in a technical environment. ", * 2+ years of computer hardware experience, including troubleshooting and repairing experience * Experience in technical writing in a relevant field * Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA) * Behavioral interviewing and hiring experience * Ability to work on a flexible schedule including days, nights, and/or weekends. " ## Description The successful candidate will be operationally responsible for a Data Center. Some high-level responsibilities include: * Prioritize and assign trouble tickets to data center technicians and operators * Manage the performance of a diverse team(s) of data center operation professionals with varying skills across different locations * Developing Career Paths for the employees and to make updates in our internal tools. * Recruit and train data technicians to ensure appropriate staffing levels * Ensure effective and efficient management of day to day data center operations including queue management, 7/24 shift arrangement and hardware logistics * Fast learn or act as the subject matter expert across all aspects in data center operations * Ensure all operational KPIs and metrics are being measured and met * Inspire and guide improvement in team process, technology innovation and automation * Manage Large Scale Events (outages) and act as the call leader * Manage and improve the work-flows and through-put for data centers operations * Recommend, document, and oversee policies and procedures to meet industry best practices and to meet required SLAs * Maintain the on-call schedule coordinating absence and vacations * Be passionate about the quality and quantity of services being provided, and continuously strive to improve our Customer Experience A day in the life Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a fast paced technology company and a leader in the world of data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. We are currently expanding our infrastructure management team and are looking for technology managers with experience in people management, strong technical understanding and the drive and vision to take AWS Data Center Operations to the next level. About the team Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a fast paced technology company and a leader in the world of data centers. The position will help ensure overall availability and reliability to meet or exceed defined service levels of data center operations. 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