Amazon Data Services, Inc.

Cloud Computing

DataCenterProjectArchitect

$117–160k Herndon, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Data Center Project Architect at Amazon Data Services, Inc.. Skills: Data Center Design, Project Architecture, Infrastructure Planning. Communicate conceptual designs. Create project documentation”

Industry & Context.

Cloud Computing
Problems you'll solve

Solve large scale implementation issues

Eligibility Requirements

25% travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Professional Engineer License, NCARB recognized architecture license, 5+ years design experience, 2+ years leading sub-consultants, Proficiency in building codes

Nice to Have

Solid working proficiency with AutoCAD, Solid working proficiency with Revit, Solid working proficiency with Bluebeam, Solid working proficiency with MS Office Suite, Proficiency in IBC, IFC, NFPA, Proficiency in Unified Facility Criteria (UFC), Ability to travel internationally

What You'll Do.

Communicate conceptual designs

Create project documentation

Maintain Basis of Design

Maintain prototype design

Maintain template specifications

Manage external design consultants

Coordinate design engineers

Communicate design standards

Manage fast paced projects

Find innovative solutions

Travel for site assessments

Travel for design meetings

Travel for construction review

Travel for consultant interfacing

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Design team; Software engineers; Hardware engineers; Network engineers; Supply chain specialists; Security experts; Operations managers; Civil engineers; Structural engineers; Mechanical engineers; Electrical engineers; Controls engineers; Cabling engineers

Communication Scope

Conceptual designs; Design standards

Process & Methodology

Project documentation, Project management

Full Job Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Data Center Project Architect to join its design team in Herndon, VA. 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 of the 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. AWS designs, builds, and operates Data Centers (DC) around the world and is a leader in worldwide cloud-computing infrastructure. Architects at AWS work to design resilient, cost effective DC facilities. Our team is responsible for achieving a world class uptime for our customers and drive to develop a fleet of buildings that emphasize security, safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness, while finding new ways to meet AWS’s growing demand. As a DC Project Architect at AWS, you will lead designs for Amazon DCs in our Americas Region and impact other projects around the world. As a DC Project Architect, you will be part of a highly creative and efficient design team comprised of Architects, Engineers, and Designers tasked with solving problems and challenging the status quo. As a subject matter expert, you will have a direct impact on the design of prototypical DC facilities, provide te

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