> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2283778-cluster-operations-leader-adc-data-center-ops](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2283778-cluster-operations-leader-adc-data-center-ops). 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). --- # Cluster Operations Leader, ADC Data Center Ops - **Company:** Amazon.com, Inc. - **Location:** Culpeper, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $153,200.0 - $254,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Applicant Tracking Systems, Customer Data Management, Data Centers, Networking Hardware, Cloud Services, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10515905/cluster-operations-leader-adc-data-center-ops ## About the Role Do you like helping U.S. government agencies implement innovative cloud computing solutions and solve technical problems? Are you committed to fundamentally transforming the way national security and defense mission agencies partner with industry to meet mission requirements? Do you have experience managing large, complex programs? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a seasoned, proven leader to join the Data Center Community organization for the Amazon Dedicated Cloud business., 2+ years of management experience - Knowledge of the electrical and mechanical systems involved in critical data center operations including systems such as feeders, transformers, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, ATS units, PDU units, chillers, pumps, air handling units, and CRAC units - Experience hiring, developing, and managing high-performing technical teams - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of building codes and regulations including Life Safety, BOCA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA - Experience owning the operation of a mission-critical team or product - Experience with large-scale technical operations or large-scale compute farms - Experience with process improvement techniques such as Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma ## Description This organization operates rapidly-scaling, high-availability data centers supporting the U.S government. They execute server and network device installations, IT hardware repairs, and data center mechanical and electrical system operations and maintenance on a 24x7 basis. The Sr. Manager of Operations must be technically adept, operationally agile, and completely committed to availability. The Sr. Manager will be responsible for ensuring standards for operational performance in the areas of safety, security, availability, capacity, people/ID&E, and cost of all data centers in a specific region. The right candidate will need to stay on top of the long-term strategy as well as the operating details of his/her organization to ensure urgent tactical issues are addressed and their teams are taking steps to head off customer impacting risks and issues. We seek a proven leader with operational strength and experience building and leading large geographically dispersed teams. Must be willing to travel to data centers in Culpeper, Warrenton and Alexandria. This position requires that the candidate selected be a US Citizen and obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. This position requires the candidate to opt into a commensurate clearance for each government agency for which they perform AWS work., Operation and maintenance of data center mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to include preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, emergency maintenance, and change management. - Oversight of teams responsible for installation, repair, and decommissioning of data center hardware and network devices. - Leading, managing, coaching, and developing the data center cluster operations management teams. - Performance management of key vendors and maintenance vendors in line with management goals. - Executing the infrastructure operations support component of new cluster launches, new data center launches, and existing data center expansions. - Proposing and complying with agreed operational performance goals relating to safety, security, availability, capacity, people/ID&E, and cost. - Supporting the physical security safeguarding of the people, assets, and customer data in data centers. - Operations budgeting and management of capital expenditures and operating expenses in line with management targets. - Contributing to continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, methods, and tools including those related to safety, security, and availability incident/event response, management, recovery, and resolution. ## Related Videos - [Reliable scalability: How Amazon.com scales on AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/983-reliable-scalability-how-amazon-com-scales-on-aws) - [Containers in the cloud - State of the Art in 2022](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/410-containers-in-the-cloud-state-of-the-art-in-2022) - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [30 powerful AWS hacks in just 30 minutes: Boost your developer productivity](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1624-30-powerful-aws-hacks-in-just-30-minutes-boost-your-developer-productivity) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters)