Amazon Chief Engineer DCEO 

South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town 

882580185

Transform critical data center infrastructure and become the technical guardian of Amazon Web Services' operational excellence in Cape Town. You'll drive innovation, ensure peak performance of complex mechanical and electrical systems, and lead a team that keeps our global technology backbone running seamlessly.Key job responsibilities
- Oversee Technical Operations: Manage day-to-day maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems with precision and expertise
- Lead Technical Response: Act as the primary escalation point for facility-related technical challenges, implementing swift and effective solutions
- Drive Innovation: Develop and deploy new standard practices for engineering operations and continuously improve operational efficiency
- Training and Development: Provide comprehensive guidance and mentorship to Engineering Operations Technicians
A day in the life
Your day will be a dynamic blend of technical problem-solving, strategic planning, and hands-on engineering. You'll navigate through data center operations, troubleshooting sophisticated equipment, coordinating maintenance projects, and ensuring our infrastructure remains resilient and efficient.
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.Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Mentorship & Career Growth
We’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 Balance

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Proven leadership experience in technical engineering environments
- Expert knowledge of mission critical infrastructure and equipment
- Proficiency in electrical safety practices
- Strong understanding of UPS, backup generator systems, and mechanical infrastructure
- Competence in basic IT programs