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Data Center Operations Cluster Manager is one of our most senior management roles in the data ... Key job responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3-9 area and front-line ...

Data Center Operations Cluster Manager is one of our most senior management roles in the data ... Key job responsibilities Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3-9 area and front-line ...

Manager Data Center Operations

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$163K/yr

You will report to the Senior Manager of Data Center Operations. This will be a position based in ... Lead a growing team of data center engineers focusing on rack deployments, hardware troubleshooting ...

Data Center Operations Cluster Manager is one of our most senior management roles in the data ... Key job responsibilities • Lead and supervise a team of Data Center Managers (3-9 area and front ...

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How much do senior data center operations lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior data center operations lead in the United States is $57.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.84 and $65.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Data Center Operations Lead vs Data Center Technician?

AspectSenior Data Center Operations LeadData Center Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or related field; certifications like CCNA, CompTIA Server+Often requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in data center operations, manages infrastructure, and oversees maintenancePerforms hands-on hardware installation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by data center operators, cloud providers, and large IT firmsCommon in data centers, telecom companies, and IT service providers

The Senior Data Center Operations Lead focuses on managing teams and overseeing data center infrastructure, requiring leadership skills and advanced certifications. In contrast, Data Center Technicians handle technical tasks like hardware setup and troubleshooting, often with less managerial responsibility. Both roles are essential in data center operations but differ in scope and seniority.

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Data Center Operations Manager, Data Center Operations

Amazon

Hilliard, OH

$157K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Amazon rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 6,833 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Manage a team that maintains cloud infrastructure for global data center operations.
AWS is 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. The successful candidate will have experience creating/devising strategies, mentoring people at all levels, sponsoring projects, and proposing technical solutions.

This position involves leading teams in hardware and network diagnostics followed by physical repair and includes participation in an on-call rotation.
AWS Infrastructure Services 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 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.
Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S

Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States)
Key job responsibilities
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 making 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 workflows 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
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.


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Amazon.com, Inc., commonly known as Amazon, is an American multinational technology company. It was founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994 and initially started as an online marketplace for books. Since then, Amazon has expanded its operations and become one of the largest e-commerce companies in the world. Amazon's primary business is its online retail platform, where customers can purchase a vast array of products, including electronics, clothing, books, home goods, and much more. The company offers a convenient and user-friendly shopping experience, with features such as fast shipping, customer reviews, and personalized recommendations. In addition to its e-commerce platform, Amazon has diversified its business into various other areas. One of its notable ventures is Amazon Web Services (AWS), a comprehensive cloud computing platform that provides services such as storage, compute power, and database management to individuals and businesses. AWS has become a leader in the cloud computing industry, powering many websites and applications worldwide. Amazon has also developed its own consumer electronics, including the popular Amazon Kindle e-reader, Fire tablets, Fire TV streaming devices, and the Alexa-powered Echo smart speakers. The Alexa voice assistant, integrated into these devices, allows users to interact with their devices using voice commands, perform tasks, and access information. Furthermore, Amazon has expanded into media and entertainment. It operates Prime Video, a streaming service that offers a wide range of movies, TV shows, and original content. Amazon Music provides a platform for streaming and purchasing digital music, while Audible offers audiobooks and other audio content. The company's commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience is demonstrated by its membership program, Amazon Prime. Prime members receive various benefits, including free two-day shipping, access to streaming services, exclusive deals, and more.

Industry

It services, book publishers, retail, real estate and computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Seattle, WA, US