Job ID: 2808089 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited
The AWS Data Center Planning and Delivery team is seeking an experienced, strategic executive to oversee the end-to-end delivery of data center supply across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.
Key Job ResponsibilitiesAs the Director of EMEA Data Center Delivery, you will manage the teams that:
Lead the development and communication of the comprehensive strategic infrastructure plan for all Amazon regions in EMEA, including analyzing market dynamics, customer needs, and growth scenarios to define the optimal blend of colocation and self-built data center capacity.Execute the strategic business development plan by partnering cross-functionally with key stakeholders (e.g. product teams, construction, engineering, legal, tax, economic development, energy procurement, etc.) to deliver new data center projects on time and to specification.Negotiate complex, multi-million-dollar contracts with developers, public authorities, and other partners, balancing the technical requirements of our engineering teams with the broader business objectives.Prepare and deliver high-level business reviews to senior leadership on project progress, financial approvals, and overall deal costs/benefits.Develop and maintain long-term strategic partnerships to support our key markets and ensure the continuity of data center supply.Effectively manage multiple concurrent, complex data center development projects across the EMEA region, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.The ideal candidate will possess a unique combination of business acumen, technical expertise, and global infrastructure experience. You should have a proven track record of leading strategic infrastructure initiatives, managing large-scale technology projects, and negotiating high-value contracts. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, as you will be interfacing with both technical and executive-level teams as well as leading a diverse multi-located team of Real Estate, Due Diligence, and Colo Performance Management professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in shaping the future of AWS's global data center infrastructure. If you're a seasoned executive with the vision and execution skills to drive transformative change, we'd love to hear from you.
About the TeamAWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we're looking for talented people who want to help.
You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career GrowthWe're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Mathematics, or equivalent work experience10+ years of critical operations or technology experience10+ years leading and developing business development, site acquisition, procurement or finance teamsDeep understanding of multiple project management methodologiesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster's Degree in Engineering or BusinessStrong understanding of data center technologiesExperience in management of complex, high-value technology infrastructure projectsExperience of leading matrixed teams and individuals across multiple locationsExperience working in an international projects' environment. Experience in managing data center infrastructure deploymentsA proven track record of securing Data Centre capacity including permitting and easements as required.Posted: October 10, 2024 (Updated 5 days ago)
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