Overview

This role is a unique opportunity to work in some of the most cutting edge data centers in the world. Amazon data centers are large-scale high-density centers where you will be working on changing the face of Cloud technology in the region.A Data Center Technician will work as part of the Operations team whose primary responsibility is the maintenance and upkeep of the data center infrastructure. The candidate may be the primary point of contact for both internal customers (for example: Network Engineers, Systems Engineers, Software Developers, Database Engineers, Technical Operations) and external customers (Hardware Vendors, Contractors, Service Providers among others). The position is full time and shift based, operating on a 24*7 rotation. The ideal candidate is someone with hands-on hardware experience.

Responsibilities

Work and meet SLA’s against assigned trouble tickets via a directed workflow

First line touch point for hardware troubleshooting and technical issues

Perform regular server hardware repairs (drives, motherboards etc)

Carry out routine network, server hardware and OS related repairs

Work with cross-functional teams on a regular basis to complete routine work

Engage with Smart Hands in EU Regional POPs

Adhere to security and safety best practices in the data center

Participate in Data Center power and cooling events

Participate in team meetings for metric analysis and daily/weekly goals achievement

Identify and help create documentation for use globally

Identify and help create process improvements relevant to the data center environment

Perform server upgrades, rebuilds, scheduled works as required

Interact with third party vendors and contractors

Contribute to the development of other team members

Key job responsibilitiesSAFETY

Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture. Own the safety initiatives and projects to foster a strong safety culture.

DATA CENTER OPERATIONS (DCO)

Diagnosing hardware and network problems followed by physical repairs

Troubleshooting events within internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Performing root cause analysis of equipment failures

Manual handling and lifting of equipment may be required (weight limits in accordance with regulations)

Working rotating shifts (morning/late/night) as well as weekends to maintain the 24/7 data center environment (If applicable)

On-call rotation reaction to off-duty emergency calls (if applicable)

A day in the life

Diverse Experiences

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 CultureAWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.

Mentorship and 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.

About the teamData Center Operations designs, installs and maintains the world’s largest Cloud Computing Infrastructure.

Basic Qualifications

High school or equivalent diploma

Experience with computer hardware troubleshooting and repair

Experience in networking

Preferred Qualifications

Experience dealing effectively with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure

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