Build What the World Runs on at AWS Data Centers

Our technology powers AI, healthcare, and entertainment for millions of people. Join the team that’s building infrastructure and solving problems at an unmatched scale.

Why AWS data centers

Powering the world’s largest cloud

AWS infrastructure spans 39 regions, 123 availability zones, and nearly 20 million kilometers of fiber. Our scale brings unique engineering challenges, and here, they’re yours to own.

Cutting-edge technology

Work with custom silicon, liquid cooling, and AI-driven automation designed for 99.999% uptime. It’s infrastructure you won’t find anywhere else, because we built it from scratch.

Careers that scale with you

Receive paid training, funded certifications, free courses, and countless opportunities to advance or try something new. Your career direction is completely up to you.

Sustainability built in

Seven times more water-efficient than the industry average. More than 700 carbon-free energy projects globally. Our cooling uses no water at all 90% of the time. We build lasting infrastructure, responsibly.

Which role is right for you?

We have hundreds of roles across our teams. Find the one that fits your interests and background.

  • Data Center Operations

    Deploy, troubleshoot, and maintain servers at scale. Your work directly powers AWS for millions.

  • Engineering Operations

    Keep the world’s largest cloud running 24/7. If you’ve got trade experience in electrical, HVAC, or mechanical, this is where it pays off.

  • Infrastructure Engineering

    Design and build our data centers from the ground up. Combine civil, structural, and systems engineering to build next-gen infrastructure.

  • Data Center Security

    Protect the physical backbone of the internet, working with new technologies and new procedures in an environment of constant evolution.

  • Materials and Supply Chain

    Manage AI-powered forecasting, logistics, and automated procurement at global scale.

  • ADC Engineering

    Work at the highest level, developing classified cloud technology for the US Intelligence Community. TS/SCI clearance required.

Your background fits

We value cloud expertise, but we also know great talent can come from many places. These professionals hit the ground running, with their skills transferring on day one:

  • Licensed electricians
  • HVAC technicians
  • Manufacturing operators
  • Trade school graduates
  • Logistics professionals
  • Military and service members
  • Career changers ready to upskill

Training and programs

At Amazon, your growth never ends. Neither do your opportunities.

Work-Based Learning Program

Get twelve months paid, no experience required. You’ll learn on the job and get certified through a mix of online and in-person training. A unique program within the industry.

Grow Our Own Talent

Already at Amazon? This twelve-week, on-the-job-training program moves you from an adjacent role into a data center career. You’ll receive structure, support, and a clear landing spot.

Fellowships

Built for transitioning service members and career changers. Your expertise gets redirected into relevant data center skills through mentorships and onboarding programs.

Certifications and Skill Builder

Gain credentials, including CompTIA and AWS, and access more than 12,000 on-demand courses that are sought after and recognized across the industry. They’re all funded, for the rest of your career.

Grow in any direction

Your interests and opportunities will change. Wherever you want to go, we’re always behind you.

  • Move up

    Rise from technician to team lead to senior management. Receive structured support at every stage with clear next steps.

  • Move across

    Transfer from operations to engineering or from security to supply chain. Your skills travel with you, and so does your tenure.

  • Move beyond

    Our data centers are a launchpad. Many of our alumni are now in software, product, cloud architecture, and other roles across Amazon.

The people who make it work, in their own words

  • Create real-life impact

    “If you want to see the impact of what you’re working on today in the customer’s hands tomorrow, this is where you can do that.”

    Walt, Sr. Manager, Network Product Development, AWS Infrastructure, United States
  • Bring your whole self

    “AWS is so diverse, you can be who you are here, and it’s super nice. There are employees from different cultures, all working together in customer-obsessed ways, and we enjoy hanging out over sports and family events.”

    Mirian, Logistics Cluster Manager, Japan
  • Never stop learning

    “You realize that every day is different—there’s always something new to learn, something new to unblock, you never get bored. The strong connections you get to build with your team are amazing, and you sense, feel, and live that community partnership with everyone.”

    Carlos, Data Center Security Manager, Chile
  • See results faster

    “The biggest surprise when I joined AWS was our day one culture. Within AWS, what I’ve found is that when you add value to a process, you innovate, and you put energy into it, you see that tangible, physical return faster than you would in a normal corporate environment.”

    Christina, Regional Lead, Edge/Core Data Centers, South Africa

What's it like working here?

From real Amazonians who build, run, and protect the infrastructure behind AWS.

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