Play a key role in operational improvement within Amazon Web Services, where we have a history and tradition of innovative technologies and services. Reporting to the Data Center Delivery Business Operations team, you will have the opportunity to partner across the global AWS Infrastructure organization to shape the future of the AWS profile and tempo to which we deliver.
The Data Center Delivery Business Operations team is seeking a highly-skilled & driven Technical Program Manager who will help drive the team toward our mission of building durable and reliable data-informed processes within AWS Infrastructure. The ideal candidate has experience managing global Infrastructure projects/programs; developing, monitoring, and reporting project/program health metrics; collaborating with cross-functional teams; implementing change management plans; and driving down racks on hold. As a Technical Program Manager within this team focused on global racks on hold, you will be responsible for organizing and managing continuous improvement and process initiatives and play a significant role in developing, driving and managing scalable, data-driven processes.
The primary responsibilities from the Technical Program Manager include, but are not limited to, the following: – planning, execution, and delivery tasks of multiple project/programs simultaneously.
Determine process health metrics and key performance indicators and develop data visualization reports illustrating process health.
Identify process improvement opportunities and gather user requirements with key internal customers.
Implement scalable, data-driven process improvement/automated solutions.
Develop standard operating procedures, change/communication plans, and project/program-level status updates.
Help drive adoption with internal customers through effective change management.
Anticipate potential issues and risks, and escalate appropriately and in a timely manner.
Remain flexible to changing priorities and open to new ideas.
Keep the customer experience as the primary focus.
A day in the life
As a technical program manager, you work closely with key stakeholders across various partner organizations and your team to develop and implement strategic initiatives and solutions. You will participate in the design, implementation, and deployment of successful large-scale programs and initiatives. You will define metrics and create success criteria allowing data to drive key business decisions and process improvements. You will participate in the definition of secure, scalable, and reliable solutions. You define mechanisms that help your team deliver results for customers and raise the operational bar.
About the team
Within AWS Data Center Planning and Delivery (DCPD), the Data Center Position Optimization (DCPO) team is responsible for performing business critical functions and driving strategic initiatives that ensure the successful hand off of usable positions to never constrain the business. The team provides accurate information and on-time delivery to our customers, builds comprehensive processes to ensure quality, and maintains high standards to eliminate defects, investigate and define problems that cross multiple organizations’ scope. We challenge the status quo, organizing the right stakeholders to develop and implement both short- and long-term solutions via process optimization and automation, accelerate the growth of the organization through adaptation, innovation and scalable solutions. We operate in a space that is constantly evolving and we quickly adapt for the benefit of our customers. This is done through flexibility and innovation. We foster the organization to continuously evolve alongside the business by pursuing the appropriate regional operating models with the centralization of processes. Our team is comprised of a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge-sharing and mentorship. Our senior members enjoy one-on-one mentoring and fostering an environment for growth and development. We care about your career growth and align projects that help our team members develop your technical expertise so you feel empowered to take on more ambiguous and complex responsibilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Basic Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields.
3+ years of experience in program management, project management, or similar business experience in large-scale, complex environments. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in SQL
Experience in Tableau
Experience in Data Center Planning, Delivery, and/or Operations
Experience in Critical Path Method for Project Management
Experience in Earned Value Management for Infrastructure Projects
Excellent organization skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail.
Proven ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
Comfort with ambiguity; ability to be flexible in a rapidly changing environment.
Proven track record of earning trust, taking ownership, and successfully delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity for this role.
Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles required for this role.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $87,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $197,700/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.