Technical Infrastructure Program Manager, Global Project Standards

Job Overview

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Compensation

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Range $127,100.00 - $172,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Parental leave

Job Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services is a pivotal division responsible for the comprehensive design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. AWS Infrastructure Services ensures the uninterrupted functioning of the cloud by supporting AWS data centers worldwide along with all the critical components such as servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment. This robust infrastructure guarantees that customers have continual access to the innovative cloud solutions they depend on. The team works on some of the most challenging problems in the tech industry, managing thousands of variables impacting the supply chain to maintain and improve the infrastructure's reliability and efficiency.

AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, trusted by businesses of all sizes across the globe, from startups to global enterprises. The company's culture is inclusive and fosters innovation, collaboration, and ownership of bold ideas through every stage of their lifecycle. Employees at AWS are part of a diverse team consisting of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other critical roles. This diversity enables rich collaboration and problem-solving, creating an environment where employees feel empowered to bring their best work forward.

The Technical Infrastructure Program Manager (TIPM) role within the Global Project Standards - New Construction (GPS-NC) team is instrumental in driving programs and initiatives that affect AWS’s Data Center Construction and Delivery (DCCD) teams and their stakeholders. This is a full-time opportunity based in Seattle, WA, with a competitive salary ranging from $127,100 to $172,000 annually, complemented by sign-on bonuses, restricted stock units (RSUs), and comprehensive benefits.

As a TIPM, you will be critical in facilitating operational standardization, enhancing efficiency, and fostering innovation across data center construction operations while upholding the highest standards of safety and security. The role demands strong program management capabilities to tackle ambiguous and complex challenges within the data center delivery environment. Responsibilities include defining program requirements, developing detailed documentation, managing communications and reporting, and steering timelines and resource allocation for successful program delivery.

The TIPM role requires collaboration with technical managers, engineers, and various partner teams to set priorities, secure resources, and execute strategic initiatives. It also involves continuous process improvement to streamline procedures and establish mechanisms for risk mitigation and issue resolution. The position encourages leadership in managing post-launch support, handling workflows and tickets, conducting post-mortems, and implementing automation to reduce manual efforts.

Working at AWS means joining a company committed to work-life harmony, diversity, and continuous professional development. AWS offers various employee-led affinity groups and ongoing learning experiences aimed at fostering inclusion and celebrating uniqueness. As part of AWS's commitment to being Earth’s Best Employer, you will find abundant resources for mentorship, knowledge sharing, and career advancement to cultivate your growth as a well-rounded professional.

AWS encourages applications from candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, acknowledging that different career paths add unique value to the team. The company also supports workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive hiring and onboarding process.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about large-scale infrastructure projects, operational excellence, and innovation within the cloud computing industry. By joining AWS Infrastructure Services as a TIPM, you will play a crucial role in advancing the infrastructure that powers innovation worldwide while growing your career at a leading tech organization renowned for its commitment to customer obsession, technological advancement, and employee empowerment.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in technical product or program management
  • 3+ years of project management experience including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and critical path management
  • Experience managing cross-functional programs and coordinating release schedules
  • Experience in data center construction, mission critical, or industrial/manufacturing facility builds
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to drive decisions and mitigate risks
  • Experience working with engineering teams
  • Experience working with global teams

Job Qualifications

  • 3+ years of technical product or program management experience
  • 3+ years of project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and critical path management experience
  • Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes, and coordinating release schedules
  • Experience in construction of data center delivery (design, commissioning and construction), mission critical facilities, or equivalent industrial/manufacturing facility builds
  • Experience working directly with engineering teams
  • Experience working with large global teams

Job Duties

  • Writing narratives that define program requirements and desired end-states to gain buy-in and approval from DCCD leadership
  • Developing program documentation including statements of work, responsibility matrices, functional and design specifications, implementation approach, metrics, and reporting
  • Owning and managing program communications including delivering program status reports, metrics reports, and business reviews
  • Serving as the first point of contact for programs
  • Developing program milestones and plans, securing resources, assigning responsibilities, and driving schedules to ensure timely and successful program delivery
  • Accelerating program progress by driving crisp and timely decisions, mitigating risks, clearing blockers, and escalating appropriately
  • Applying process improvement methodologies to drive efficiency in procedures and tools, including defining and clarifying business procedures and process requirements
  • Managing post-launch support plans including workflows, issues, tickets, correction of errors (COEs), and post-mortems
  • Developing mechanisms to automate or eliminate post-launch support
  • Working directly with technical managers, engineers, and partner teams to set program priorities, secure resources, execute work, and drive delivery
  • Supporting and managing the roadmap for a program including yearly projects and organizational goals

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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